Owner–Operator A person who operates a CMV under his or her own authority (U.S. DOT Number), as both a motor…
Over-the-road bus A bus characterized by an elevated passenger deck located over a baggage compartment.
Out-of-Service Order A declaration issued by FMCSA or a law enforcement professional that prohibits a motor carrier or driver from…
Operating authority Dictates the type of operation a company may run and the cargo it may carry. Some types of…
Notice of Violation A formal notice that violations are severe enough to warrant formal action, but not civil penalties. To…
Notice of Claim A formal notice that violations are severe enough to warrant assessment and civil penalties.
Not for direct compensation Any compensation outside of the 'direct compensation' definition.
New Entrant Safety Assurance Program (New Entrant Program) FMCSA program to educate new motor carriers that operate in interstate commerce,…