Reporting an accident

An investigating officer must forward a written report within 24 hours after completing an investigation of a crash involving injury death or apparent total property damage of $3000 or more. [law.lis.virginia.gov]

Accident Report Copy

Interested parties may obtain a Charlottesville Police accident report with photo identification; copies cost $15.00 and mail requests are accepted from involved parties or insurance companies. [charlottesville.gov]

Parking

On-street parking around the Downtown Mall is free but most nearby spaces have a two-hour limit; drivers must obey ADA loading-zone and other posted restrictions. [charlottesville.gov]

Impounds: finding & releasing your car

Charlottesville Police may tow hazardous obstructing stolen unlawfully parked or arrest-related vehicles; every police tow requires a police tow report except abandoned mopeds. [charlottesville.gov]

Who to call

Charlottesville Police non-emergency and Records are 434-970-3280; call 911 for emergencies. [charlottesville.gov]

Fees

Private-property hookup and initial towing is capped at $125.00 for vehicles up to 10000 pounds; storage is free for 24 hours and then capped at $50.00 per 24 hours for vehicles 22 feet or shorter. [library.municode.com]

Private-property towing

A private-property tow requires property-owner authorization for the specific vehicle; a vehicle moved to storage must be available for release within one hour and the operator must answer by phone 24 hours a day. [library.municode.com]

This guide summarizes official sources linked above. Rules change - always confirm with the linked agency. This is general information, not legal advice.