Reporting an accident
A crash on a highway or premises open to the public involving injury death or property damage of at least $1000 must be reported; the driver must submit the motorist accident report to DMV within 21 days. [webserver.rilegislature.gov]
Accident Report Copy
Request an accident report from Providence Police Records at 401-243-6416; reports may be picked up from 8:15 AM to 2:45 PM or purchased online. [ppd.providenceri.gov]
Parking
Overnight parking permits cost $100 per year for Providence-registered cars and $200 for cars registered elsewhere; street parking from 2:00 AM to 5:00 AM may be ticketed without a permit. [311.providenceri.gov]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
Providence uses an approved primary tow list for city and police tows; approved towers must comply with rates established by the Public Utilities Commission. [ppd.providenceri.gov]
Who to call
Providence Police non-emergency is 401-272-3121; call 911 for life-threatening emergencies. [ppd.providenceri.gov]
Private-property towing
A property owner or controller may order a trespass tow in writing; the impound lot must be within 10 miles and open for release whenever it receives vehicles. [webserver.rilegislature.gov]
This guide summarizes official sources linked above. Rules change - always confirm with the linked agency. This is general information, not legal advice.