Reporting an accident
File a crash report when anyone is injured or killed or damage to one person's property exceeds $1000; immediately notify police for injury or death. [dmv.ny.gov]
Accident Report Copy
NYPD collision reports are available from the precinct for 30 days or through the online portal after up to seven business days; after 30 days request the report from DMV. [home4.nyc.gov]
Parking
All New York City is a tow-away zone and double parking is always illegal; many streets use alternate-side rules for street cleaning. [nyc.gov]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
The Brooklyn Tow Pound is in Brooklyn Navy Yard at Sands Street and Navy Street; phone 718-237-3300; open continuously Monday 7 a.m. through Sunday 5 a.m. and closed until Monday 7 a.m. [nyc.gov]
Who to call
Use 311 for non-emergency city service or 212-639-9675 from outside New York City; both numbers are available 24 hours daily. [nyc.gov]
Fees
NYPD charges $185.00 for a regular tow and $370.00 for a heavy-duty tow; overnight storage is $20.00 per night. [nyc.gov]
Private-property towing
A licensed operator may tow from private property only under posted instructions and written authorization; the maximum is $125 for removal and the first three storage days plus $15 daily thereafter. [codelibrary.amlegal.com]
This guide summarizes official sources linked above. Rules change - always confirm with the linked agency. This is general information, not legal advice.