Reporting an accident
A crash involving injury or death or apparent damage of at least $500 must be reported immediately to local police or the sheriff or nearest Florida Highway Patrol office. [leg.state.fl.us]
Accident Report Copy
Lakeland crash reports are available from LPD Records at 219 N. Massachusetts Avenue Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; requests within 60 days require a notarized sworn statement. [lakelandgov.net]
Parking
Downtown on-street parking is free for up to 2 hours per day with up to 2 additional hours at $1 per hour; city parking questions go to 863-834-6303. [lakelandgov.net]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
LPD states it can have vehicles towed only from public property; the official FAQ does not identify an impound lot address phone or hours. [lakelandgov.net]
Who to call
Lakeland Police non-emergency is 863-834-6900; dial *FHP to connect with Florida Highway Patrol for an active traffic violation. [lakelandgov.net]
Fees
Florida limits a pre-removal release fee to no more than one-half of the posted towing rate; towing firms must file and display their current towing and storage rates. [leg.state.fl.us]
Private-property towing
Florida permits removal from private property without the vehicle owner's consent when statutory notice conditions are met; the towing company must notify local law enforcement within 30 minutes. [leg.state.fl.us]
This guide summarizes official sources linked above. Rules change - always confirm with the linked agency. This is general information, not legal advice.