Reporting an accident
Michigan requires immediate police reporting when a crash injures or kills anyone or causes apparent property damage totaling $1000 or more. [michigan.gov]
Accident Report Copy
UD-10 traffic accident reports are available at 34 N. Division Street or by mail for $15; Records lobby hours are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. [battlecreekmi.gov]
Parking
There are no residential parking restrictions most of the year; temporary rules apply during a declared snow emergency so plows can clear streets. [battlecreekmi.gov]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
Use Michigan's online Abandoned Vehicle Search to locate the vehicle and custodian; provide registration or title and contact the custodian to arrange redemption. The help desk is 517-636-5234. [michigan.gov]
Who to call
Battle Creek Police non-emergency is 269-781-0911; the station is at 34 N. Division Street. [battlecreekmi.gov]
Fees
Michigan allows a $40 abandoned-vehicle fee in addition to accrued towing and storage charges; towing and storage amounts are set through the police agency and towing company. [michigan.gov]
Private-property towing
Before a private-property tow the owner or lessor generally must post notice at every vehicle entrance with letters at least 2 inches high; the sign must name the towing service and phone number and remain installed for at least 24 hours. [legislature.mi.gov]
This guide summarizes official sources linked above. Rules change - always confirm with the linked agency. This is general information, not legal advice.