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
Submit a request through the online Public Records Center; the city says it responds to records requests within 3 business days. [springfieldmo.gov]
Parking
Parking is prohibited on a sidewalk or parkway; within 5 feet of a driveway; within 20 feet of a crosswalk; or within 30 feet of a stop sign or traffic signal. [library.municode.com]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
A person with a legal right to a vehicle may obtain an on-scene release after the contract tow truck has loaded it but before removal; the claimant owes all tow charges. [springfieldmo.gov]
Who to call
Springfield Police non-emergency is 417-864-1810; the linked city page does not publish a Missouri State Highway Patrol number. [springfieldmo.gov]
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.