Reporting an accident
North Carolina crashes involving death personal injury or property damage of $1000 or more must be reported to the nearest law-enforcement officer or agency. [ncdot.gov]
Accident Report Copy
Winston-Salem Police provides the public portion of an accident report free through Records at 725 N Cherry Street Room 130; hours are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and the phone is 336-773-7922. [cityofws.org]
Parking
Downtown parking time violations are $30 effective May 1 2025; illegal-parking fines range from $30 to $250. Three unpaid tickets each over 90 days old can trigger a wheel lock when the vehicle is found illegally parked. [cityofws.org]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
For an evidence vehicle eligible for release the city mails the owner a certified letter; Evidence Management appointments are Wednesday through Thursday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 336-726-7285. Vehicles held at a wrecker lot must be retrieved directly from that lot. [cityofws.org]
Who to call
Winston-Salem Police non-emergency and information service is 336-773-7700. [cityofws.org]
Private-property towing
North Carolina requires 24-by-24-inch tow signs at every vehicle entrance and written authorization from the property owner or lessee; the signs generally must be posted for at least 72 hours. [ncleg.gov]
This guide summarizes official sources linked above. Rules change - always confirm with the linked agency. This is general information, not legal advice.