Reporting an accident
A Wisconsin crash must be reported for any injury; $1000 or more damage to one person's vehicle or property; or $200 or more damage to government property other than a vehicle. [wisconsindot.gov]
Accident Report Copy
Reportable Milwaukee Police crash reports are generally available within 14 days and may be obtained through the linked state or report portals; the Open Records counter is at 2333 N. 49th Street and opens Tuesdays and Thursdays 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. [city.milwaukee.gov]
Parking
Winter parking rules require odd-even side parking with a valid night permit unless signs state otherwise; vehicles with 3 or more violations are tow eligible. [city.milwaukee.gov]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
The City Tow Lot is at 3811 West Lincoln Avenue and 414-286-2700; hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. [city.milwaukee.gov]
Who to call
Milwaukee Police non-emergency is 414-933-4444; the linked police page does not publish a Wisconsin State Patrol number. [city.milwaukee.gov]
Fees
A standard city tow is $150 effective February 24 2024; vehicle storage is $25 per calendar day; an uninsured-driver relocation fee is $50. [city.milwaukee.gov]
Private-property towing
A non-consent tow requires an authorized service order and authorization from the property owner or authorized agent; unless an exception applies the lot must be properly posted and police must be electronically notified before towing. [city.milwaukee.gov]
This guide summarizes official sources linked above. Rules change - always confirm with the linked agency. This is general information, not legal advice.