Meters and disabled placards
Do I have to pay the meter with a disabled placard?
We could not confirm a statewide rule on this from an official page. Meter rules are set by each city or town, so check with the local government where you are parking.
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?
A physician or nurse practitioner must complete the application, which goes to your county Tax Collector. A placard may be used only when the disabled person is driving or riding. A 2001 bill text says out-of-state placards with the International Symbol of Access get the same privileges.
- Application form is submitted to your county Tax Collector.
- An eligible person may receive up to 2 plates and 2 placards.
- Temporary placards are limited to six months, per the Department of Revenue form listing and state rule text found in searches.
- The out-of-state provision comes from a 2001 conference report, not the current code text; confirm with the county Tax Collector.
Partly confirmedVaries by city: noVerified Nov 12, 2026
What the source says
“The form must be completed by your licensed physician or nurse practitioner.” (Mississippi Department of Revenue - Motor Vehicle Frequently Asked Questions)
“Can be used only when the disabled person is driving or riding in the vehicle.” (Mississippi Department of Revenue - Motor Vehicle Frequently Asked Questions (placard use))
“shall be allowed the special parking privileges under this section” (Mississippi Legislature - 2001 HB 502 Conference Report (amending the disabled parking statute))
Time limits and overtime
How long can I stay in a time-limited space, and what happens if I overstay?
Set by cities and towns. Example city: Hattiesburg's code makes it unlawful to stay at a parking meter more than two hours, even if you add coins. No statewide rule found.
- Example city: Hattiesburg meter hours are 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with some listed exceptions, Sundays and holidays excluded.
- Other Mississippi 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?
We could not confirm a statewide rule. Any street cleaning or winter-weather parking restrictions are set by cities and towns.
Not confirmed: check local rulesVaries 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 and towns. We could not confirm a statewide rule 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?
Set locally. Example city: Hattiesburg's code lets police remove and impound illegally parked vehicles, including ones parked past the allowed time where a sign warns of removal, at the owner's expense. No statewide rule found.
- Example city: Hattiesburg says an officer must give the owner written notice of the removal, the reason and where the vehicle was taken, if the owner can be identified.
- Contact the city or the tow company named on your notice for fees and retrieval steps.
Partly confirmedVaries by city: yesVerified Nov 12, 2026
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General information, not legal advice. Local signs and ordinances always apply.
