What should I do if I'm in a car accident?

You are only required to notify the police if there is an injury related to the crash, or if public property has been damaged. Crashes that result in damage to the vehicles only can be handled by exchanging insurance information. If for any reason you would like an officer to respond, please call 911 or 651-322-2323 and an officer will be dispatched. If the crash has resulted in an injury or in $1,000 combined damage for all vehicles involved, a State of Minnesota Accident Report must be completed. This requirement is in place regardless of whether an officer responded or not. You may obtain the form from the Department of Public Safety: www.dps.state.mn.us

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1. Where is the police department located?
2. What are the lobby hours?
3. What number should I call if I don't have an emergency?
4. Do you provide fingerprinting services?
5. What is the curfew for juveniles?
6. Is there an overnight parking ordinance?
7. My vehicle was impounded, where can I retrieve it?
8. What should I do if I find and injured wild animal?
9. I saw a coyote/cougar/wolf. What should I do?
10. Can I drive a mini-bike or motorized scooter on the sidewalk or roadway?
11. What are the city's regulations for door-to-door sales?
12. What are the regulations on the use of BB guns and paintball guns?
13. What should I do if I'm in a car accident?
14. How do I obtain a copy of my accident/police report?
15. How can I get a background check done on myself?
16. How can I get a copy of my Minnesota driving record?
17. I would like to report a non-violent crime with no suspects or witnesses.
18. I have been the victim of identity theft, what should I do?
19. How do I obtain a restraining order/order for protection?
20. I lost my cell phone and my carrier says I need a police report in order to get reimbursed.
21. How do I obtain a permit to purchase a firearm?
22. How do I obtain a permit to carry a firearm?
23. I've lost my citation, how can I pay my fine?
24. I lost something and want to know if it was turned into the police department.
25. How do I retrieve my confiscated property?
26. I've locked my keys in my car, can the Police help me?
27. I would like my child seat to be inspected to ensure it was properly installed, who do I call?