Reporting an accident
File with Oregon DMV within 72 hours for injury or death; damage over $2500 to your vehicle; damage over $2500 to any vehicle plus a tow; or nonvehicle property damage over $2500. [oregon.gov]
Accident Report Copy
Request a completed police report in writing through the Salem Public Records portal or from Police Records at 333 Division Street NE; allow at least 7 to 10 business days. [cityofsalem.net]
Parking
Parking meter rates are $1.50 per hour with a 10-hour maximum for $15; downtown meters are enforced from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. except Sundays and city holidays. [cityofsalem.net]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
Obtain a vehicle release in person from Salem Police at 333 Division Street NE; call Records at 503-588-6144. A tow hearing must be requested within five business days of impound. [cityofsalem.net]
Who to call
Salem Police non-emergency is 503-588-6123; Oregon State Police Northern Command non-emergency is 800-442-0776 or dial *OSP from a mobile phone. [oregon.gov]
Fees
The Salem Police administrative vehicle-release fee is $150; additional tow-company towing and storage charges may apply. [cityofsalem.net]
Private-property towing
A property owner may tow an unlawfully parked vehicle to secure storage; the tower must notify local law enforcement of its location within one hour. [oregonlegislature.gov]
This guide summarizes official sources linked above. Rules change - always confirm with the linked agency. This is general information, not legal advice.