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 Queens Tow Pound is at 31-22 College Point Boulevard in Flushing; call 718-359-6200. Hours are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. [nyc.gov]
Who to call
NYPD non-emergency is 311 and general inquiries are 646-610-5000; the linked page does not publish a New York State Police number. [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.