Reporting an accident
Louisiana requires immediate notice to local police when a crash causes injury death or property damage over $500. [legis.la.gov]
Accident Report Copy
Traffic crash reports are available at 9000 Airline Highway on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. after 10 working days; reports cost $7.50 and Traffic Records is 225-389-3878. [brla.gov]
Parking
Downtown street parking is enforced weekdays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. with a 2-hour maximum in designated zones; the rate is $0.25 per 15 minutes. Legal street parking is free after hours and on weekends. [brla.gov]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
The BRPD Auto Theft and Impound Division is at 9000 Airline Highway; call 225-389-3824. The official directory does not publish lot retrieval hours. [brla.gov]
Who to call
Call Baton Rouge Police non-emergency at 225-389-2000; the line is staffed 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. [brla.gov]
Fees
Louisiana caps a light-duty private-property tow at $152.50 or $186 when specified additional equipment or an operator is required; outside storage is $34 per day. [lpsc.louisiana.gov]
Private-property towing
Private-property towing requires approved Louisiana State Police Towing and Recovery Unit signs at entrances and exits; reserved or restricted spaces must also be clearly marked. Written towing contracts must state the parking rules and causes for towing and expire annually on June 13. [legis.la.gov]
This guide summarizes official sources linked above. Rules change - always confirm with the linked agency. This is general information, not legal advice.