Reporting an accident
Immediately notify local police of any crash causing injury or death. If police do not investigate then send a written report to DMV within 15 days for injury death or apparent total property damage of at least $1000. [scstatehouse.gov]
Accident Report Copy
Collision participants may request an official report online or with SCDMV Form FR-50 at a branch or by mail; mailed reports cost $10. [dmv.sc.gov]
Parking
Parking in a fire zone or blocking a hydrant carries a $50.00 fine; wrong-side parking blocking a sidewalk or blocking a driveway carries a $15.00 fine. [codelibrary.amlegal.com]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
City rotation lots must keep an attendant available to release vehicles within 30 minutes of a request 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. [codelibrary.amlegal.com]
Who to call
West Columbia Police non-emergency is 803-794-0721. [westcolumbiasc.gov]
Fees
Maximum city rotation towing and storage charges equal the rates approved annually by South Carolina DPS; a credit-card fee may not exceed 5% of the invoice. [codelibrary.amlegal.com]
Private-property towing
A vehicle parked on private property without permission may be towed and stored at the registered owner or lienholder's expense; the towing company must notify law enforcement as required by Section 56-5-2525. [scstatehouse.gov]
This guide summarizes official sources linked above. Rules change - always confirm with the linked agency. This is general information, not legal advice.