If my car got towed by the city for parking longer than the allotted time, how can I get copy of the police report or tow report?

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If my car got towed by the city for parking longer than the allotted time, how can I get copy of the police report or tow report?

I apparently I crossed a 15 minute waiting time limit. I got my car out and I will do a post-tow hearing. However, I will need a police report or a tow report or something that shows the exact time of the tow to use as evidence. am I entitled to get that? and how can I get them?

Asked on June 10, 2015 under General Practice, Illinois

Answers:

SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 8 years ago | Contributor

First, try asking the police (call the precinct)--that may well work. If it does not, you can make a formal records request, often called an OPRA (Open Public Records Act) request.  Check the police and/or municipal website(s) for instructions and a form, or call the police department for information.


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