NOTE: This guidance reflects minor correction(s) (e.g., for grammar, typographical errors, or consistency) made on March 10, 2022.

FMCSA-HOS-ELD-395-FAQ27(2017-03-27)-CORR1

Question: How many supporting documents must be retained by motor carriers, and when must drivers submit them to the motor carrier?

Guidance: Under 49 CFR 395.11, motor carriers must retain up to 8 supporting documents for every 24-hour period that a driver is on duty.

If a motor carrier retains more than 8 supporting documents for a driver’s 24-hour period, the motor carrier must maintain the supporting document that has the earliest time indication as well as the one with the latest time indication. Drivers must submit their supporting documents to the motor carrier no later than 13 days after receiving them.

Contact Info: FMCSA ELD Information, 1-800-832-5660 or ELD@dot.gov

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Note: This guidance document does not have the force and effect of law and is not meant to bind the public in any way.  It is intended only to provide information and clarity regarding existing requirements under the law or agency policies.