Reporting an accident
Missouri requires a written report to the director within 30 days when a crash with an uninsured motorist causes injury death or more than $500 damage to any one person; an uninsured owner or operator must also report. [revisor.mo.gov]
Accident Report Copy
Joplin crash reports cost $2 and are available online or at the police department; approval can take up to 10 business days. [joplinmo.org]
Parking
Vehicles parked on a roadway must be parallel and within 18 inches of the curb or roadway edge unless another rule applies. [library.municode.com]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
Joplin Police stores towed motor vehicles at the impound yard of the towing company called to move them; vehicles needing police processing may first be taken to the police department. [joplinmo.org]
Who to call
Joplin Police non-emergency is 417-623-3131; call 911 for an injury crash or other emergency. [joplinmo.org]
Private-property towing
Private-property towing generally requires an owner lessee or qualifying manager to be present and a sign at least 17 by 22 inches at every entrance; the property owner or lessee must file an abandoned-property report within one hour after the tow. [revisor.mo.gov]
This guide summarizes official sources linked above. Rules change - always confirm with the linked agency. This is general information, not legal advice.