Reporting an accident
Illinois requires a crash report for death bodily injury or property damage over $1500 when all drivers are insured; the threshold is $500 if any driver is uninsured. [isp.illinois.gov]
Accident Report Copy
Accident reports are available from Plainfield Police Records for $5; Records at 14300 S. Coil Plus Drive is open weekdays 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. [plainfieldil.gov]
Parking
Street parking is prohibited villagewide from 1 a.m. to 6 a.m.; the parking ticket is $20 unless an overnight request is approved. [plainfieldil.gov]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
Vehicle releases are handled at Plainfield Police weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.; only the registered owner may obtain release and the driver needs a valid license and proof of insurance. [plainfieldil.gov]
Who to call
Plainfield Police 24-hour non-emergency is 815-436-2341; administrative service is 815-436-6544. [plainfieldil.gov]
Fees
Plainfield charges a $500 impound fee plus $175 for most tows; storage is $30 per day beginning the third business day. [plainfieldil.gov]
Private-property towing
Private-property towing generally requires posted notice and express written instructions from the property owner; rates must be filed with local police and posted at the storage site. [ilga.gov]
This guide summarizes official sources linked above. Rules change - always confirm with the linked agency. This is general information, not legal advice.