1. WHAT TO DO IF PULLED OVER BY AUTHORITIES IN THE UNITED STATES

2. Anyone Can Get A Ticket ANY Police, State or City
Officer who has reason to
believe that a commercial
motor vehicle is not safely
loaded or is of illegal
measurement has the
authority to stop the
vehicle and inspect it.

3. Pre-Trip Inspection
One way to protect yourself and your company from violations is to conduct a thorough inspection before you begin your trip.

4. Pre-Trip Inspection Vehicle overview Check engine compartment
Start engine and inspect inside of cab
Turn off engine and check lights
Walk-around inspection
Check signal lights
Start engine and check brake system

5. Begin Trip Make sure to obey all posted speed limits and traffic laws
to avoid being pulled over
unnecessarily.

6. Police Stop
What do you do?

7. Don't Panic
Calmly and safely pull over to the right side of the road. As long as you are legally operating under FMCSA guidelines you have nothing to fear.

8. Have all proper documentation in a secure place with easy access.
Be Prepared
Have all proper documentation in a secure place with easy access.

9. Necessary Documents Certificate of Registration
Hours of service records (log book)
Registration papers (cab cards, permits, etc.)
Proof of insurance (MCS-90)
Driver’s license documents and any related certificates

10. Necessary Documents
Special permits for oversize and overweight loads, if required
Hazardous materials shipping papers, if required
Fuel tax permits
Bills/Invoices, etc. showing content and origin of agricultural products, if required
Evidence of financial responsibility

11. Stay Inside Do not get out of your truck unless asked to
by the officer and keep
your hands in clear
view. Many officers are
injured in the line of
duty and sudden moves
could be perceived as
threatening behavior.

12. Be Respectful Refer to the officer as “officer” or “sir” when
addressing him. Even if he raises his voice,
he is still just trying to do his job and keep
the highways safe for everyone.
Upsetting him further will
just make the situation
more difficult for the
both of you.

13. DO NOT OFFER “GIFTS”
NEVER attempt to offer any gifts to an officer in the United States. This could result in serious penalties for you and/or your company.

14. Video Taping
Many of the patrol vehicles are now equipped with video equipment. Both audio and video are being recorded.

15. If a Ticket or Report is Issued
Do not attempt to dispute the Ticket or report with the officer. Notify your Company and make sure you follow the instructions in the paperwork.

16. IMPORTANT
Be sure to note the specified date by which the ticket or report must be handled.

17. Thank You
Thank you for your time and attention throughout this presentation.
If you have any further questions, please visit the FMCSA website at: or
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