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May motor carriers use third parties to ask State agencies for copies of the driving record of driver-applicants?

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FMCSA-DQ-391.23-Q002-RESCINDED.docx (25.05 KB)

NOTE:  This guidance was rescinded on May 9, 2022, and is no longer in effect.  Please see revised guidance FMCSA-DQ-391.23-Q002(2022-03-09).

 

FMCSA-DQ-391.23-Q002

 

§ 391.23 Investigations and Inquiries.

Guidance Q&A

Question 2: May motor carriers use third parties to ask State agencies for copies of the driving record of driver-applicants?

Guidance: Yes. Driver information services or companies acting as the motor carrier’s agent may be used to contact State agencies. However, the motor carrier is responsible for ensuring the information obtained is accurate.

Regulatory Topic: Driver investigations and inquiries
Effective Date: Tuesday, March 30, 2004
Issued Date: Tuesday, March 30, 2004