What are the penalties for violating HOS rules?

HOS violations can lead to significant penalties for drivers and carriers, including:

• Fines:

• Drivers may face fines up to $16,000 per violation, depending on severity.

• Carriers can also be fined for allowing or requiring drivers to exceed limits.

• Out-of-Service Orders:

• Violations often result in drivers being placed out of service until compliance is restored.

• CSA Score Impacts:

• Violations negatively impact a carrier’s Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) score, which can affect business operations.

• Increased Insurance Costs:

• Frequent violations can result in higher insurance premiums.

• Criminal Charges:

• Severe or repeated violations that result in accidents may lead to criminal liability.

Carriers and drivers should prioritize compliance to avoid these costly consequences.