Section 383.51 of the FMCSRs disqualifies a driver if certain offenses were committed while operating a CMV. Will the States be required to identify on the motor vehicle driver’s record the class of vehicle being operated when a violation occurs?
§383.51 – Disqualifications of Drivers – General Questions
Guidance Q&A
Question 3: Section 383.51 of the FMCSRs disqualifies a driver if certain offenses were committed while operating a CMV. Will the States be required to identify on the motor vehicle driver’s record the class of vehicle being operated when a violation occurs?
Guidance: No, the State must only identify whether the violation occurred in a CMV, not the specific class of CMV. The only other indication that is required is if the vehicle was carrying HM as defined in § 383.5.