Meters and disabled placards
Do I have to pay the meter with a disabled placard?
We could not confirm a statewide meter rule from an official page we could open. Meter rules are set by each city, so check the local ordinance or posted signs.
Not confirmed: check local rulesVaries by city: yesVerified Nov 12, 2026
Disabled parking placards
Who can get a disabled parking placard, and are other states' placards honored?
Physically disabled people (or a parent or guardian) can apply for permanent or temporary placards from the Department of Revenue. We could not confirm from an official page whether other states' placards are honored.
- Permanent placards: one qualifying criterion is that the person cannot walk 50 feet without stopping to rest; other criteria cover assistive devices, respiratory and cardiac conditions and blindness.
- Temporary placards cover a disability expected to last no more than 180 days and can be renewed once.
- The placard is hung from the mirror only while parked, and only when a disabled person is in the vehicle or being dropped off or picked up.
Partly confirmedVaries by city: noVerified Nov 12, 2026
What the source says
“The person cannot ambulate or walk 50 feet without stopping to rest” (Missouri Department of Revenue - Permanent Disabled Placard)
“The placard must not be hung from the rearview mirror when driving the vehicle.” (Missouri Department of Revenue - Temporary Disabled Placard)
“must be used only when a physically disabled person is the occupant of the motor vehicle at the time of parking” (Missouri Department of Revenue - Disabled Plates and Placards)
Time limits and overtime
How long can I stay in a time-limited space, and what happens if I overstay?
Set by cities, not the state. Example city: St. Louis meters generally run Monday through Saturday 8am to 7pm, and its Parkmobile page lists a two hour maximum time limit.
- Example city: St. Louis says parking at all meters is free on Sundays and City Holidays, and other posted regulations apply at all times.
- Hours posted on meters or signs are the official ones.
- Other Missouri cities set their own limits.
Partly confirmedVaries by city: yesVerified Nov 12, 2026
Snow emergencies and street cleaning
When do I have to move my car for snow or street cleaning?
Set by cities. Example city: St. Louis posts snow routes online and advises against parking on them when a storm is forecast; cars parked too far from the curb on a snow route will be towed. No statewide rule found.
- Example city: St. Louis says vehicles left on a snow route get plowed in.
- If you must park on a snow route, stay within 12 inches of the curb.
- Other Missouri cities have their own rules.
Partly confirmedVaries by city: yesVerified Nov 12, 2026
Overnight parking and permits
Can I park on the street overnight?
Overnight street parking rules are set by cities. We could not confirm a statewide rule or a city example from an official page.
Not confirmed: check local rulesVaries by city: yesVerified Nov 12, 2026
Towing and fines
What can I be fined or towed for, and how do I get my car back?
State law covers abandoned property: police may have it towed, and the owner can reclaim it by proving ownership and paying reasonable towing and storage charges. Fines for ordinary parking violations are set by cities.
- This statute (RSMo 304.155) is about abandoned property, not every parking tow.
- Contact the city or the tow company named on your notice for current fees and steps.
Partly confirmedVaries by city: yesVerified Nov 12, 2026
What the source says
“may authorize a towing company to remove to a place of safety” (Missouri Revisor of Statutes - RSMo 304.155)
“payment of all reasonable charges for the towing and storage of the abandoned property” (Missouri Revisor of Statutes - RSMo 304.155)
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General information, not legal advice. Local signs and ordinances always apply.
