Reporting an accident
File a crash report with DMV within 10 days when anyone is injured or killed or damage to any one person's property is $1000 or more. [dmv.ny.gov]
Accident Report Copy
Request a collision report from the precinct during the first 30 days or use the online retrieval portal; online reports may take up to 7 business days. [nyc.gov]
Parking
Alternate Side Parking signs prohibit parking on the cleaning side for the entire posted period; violations may be fined up to $65. [nyc.gov]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
For an illegal-parking tow in Staten Island contact the precinct where the vehicle was parked; call 311 or 212-639-9675 for help. [portal.311.nyc.gov]
Who to call
NYPD non-emergency service is 311; general inquiries are 646-610-5000. [nyc.gov]
Fees
An NYPD regular tow is $185 and a heavy-duty tow is $370; overnight storage is $20 and a vehicle boot is $185. [nyc.gov]
Private-property towing
NYC private-property towing requires a licensed tower and express written authorization for each tow; posted signs must identify the tower redemption hours fees and prohibited parking times. [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.