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

Police reports may be requested in person Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 200 W. Grace Street or by mail; the fee is $5 and the records phone is 804-646-6715. [rva.gov]

Parking

Parking is prohibited at tow-away zones and within 15 feet of a fire hydrant; residential permit districts and permanent street-cleaning signs also restrict parking. [rva.gov]

Impounds: finding & releasing your car

For a city tow contact Seibert's Towing at 804-233-5757; the lot address is 642 W. Southside Plaza and public pickup hours are not published. [rva.gov]

Who to call

Richmond Police non-emergency is 804-646-5100; the police FAQ lists Virginia State Police at 804-674-2000. [rva.gov]

Fees

Private-property towing for vehicles under 10000 pounds is capped at $125; storage is capped at $35 per 24 hours and the drop fee is capped at $30. [library.municode.com]

Private-property towing

A private-property tow requires permission from the vehicle owner or the property owner lessee custodian or other person lawfully in charge or from a law-enforcement officer. [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.