Reporting an accident
Immediately notify police when a crash causes injury or death or leaves any involved vehicle unable to be driven safely under its own power and therefore requiring towing. [legis.state.pa.us]
Accident Report Copy
Pennsylvania State Police crash reports are available online or by mail 15 days after a PSP-investigated crash; the fee is $22. [pa.gov]
Parking
Street meters are enforced Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; off-street metered lots are enforced 24 hours every day and winter neighborhood rules generally use even or odd side parking. [erieparking.com]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
Police may impound vehicles parked in violation of law or accident vehicles that must be removed; approved storage garages are designated and recertified by City Council. [ecode360.com]
Who to call
Erie Police non-emergency is 814-870-1125; the Police tip line is 814-870-1199. [cityof.erie.pa.us]
Fees
The city tow charge is $120 for passenger cars and light trucks up to 3/4-ton capacity; storage is $30 per day or any part of a day. [ecode360.com]
Private-property towing
A towing service removing a vehicle from private property at the property owner's direction must notify Police with the tow date vehicle identifiers tow location reason and impound location. [ecode360.com]
This guide summarizes official sources linked above. Rules change - always confirm with the linked agency. This is general information, not legal advice.