Reporting an accident
Immediately report a crash involving injury or death or apparent property damage exceeding $500 to local police the county sheriff or the nearest Highway Patrol office. [sos.ms.gov]
Accident Report Copy
Mississippi crash reports can be obtained online for $20; MHP reports also are available in person at district Highway Patrol stations for $15. [driverservicebureau.dps.ms.gov]
Parking
Between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. except Sunday drivers must obey posted parking limits; no street or city-lot parking may exceed 24 hours without a special permit. [laurelms.com]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
Police may tow a vehicle parked in violation to a suitable place within Laurel; the owner may claim it after paying towing and removal costs. [laurelms.com]
Who to call
Call Laurel Police at 601-425-4711 for public-safety or noise issues; call 911 for emergencies. [laurelms.com]
Private-property towing
A tow company must notify local law enforcement within 24 hours unless the owner requested the tow; unclaimed vehicles trigger owner and lienholder identification after 5 days and certified-mail notice within 10 days. [sos.ms.gov]
This guide summarizes official sources linked above. Rules change - always confirm with the linked agency. This is general information, not legal advice.