Tag: Fines
A trucker wrongly detained by police after a casino’s AI identification software incorrectly flagged him is pursuing a lawsuit against the police officer after settling an initial suit against the casino. Jason Killinger, a truck driver for...
A truck driver was sentenced to federal prison for a "ghost preparer" scheme that caused the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to issue $1.5 million in fraudulent tax refunds. Truck driver Dantavious Jackson, 39, of Georgia, was...
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American Trucker To Pay Hefty Fine For Bringing His Guns Into Canada
Yesterday a Canadian court handed down a hefty fine to a South Carolina trucker who attempted to cross the border with three pistols.
Trucker Failed...
Georgia Wants To Fine Commercial Vehicle “Super Speeders”
Georgia lawmakers have introduced new legislation that would make commercial vehicles subject to the state's "Super Speeder" penalties. If the bill passes, trucks that are...
eManifest Enforcement Could Mean Big Fines For Truckers Crossing Canadian Border
American truck drivers crossing the Canadian border could be slapped with significant fines if they fail to comply with eManifest guidelines. The Canada Border Services...
Wall Street Journal: CARB Is a “Scam”
A blistering op-ed From the Wall Street Journal called out CARB as a "scam" based on "phony science" that is targeting truckers.
Trucking Company Faced...
Despite Higher Fines, Trucks Still Using Independence Pass
If you're caught driving through the Independence Pass, you're going to face a stiff fine.
US Park Police Stepping Up Truck Enforcement
The US Park Police has announced that they will be increasing enforcement on commercial vehicles using the National Park Service's parkways in the Washington D.C. area.
FMCSA: Cost of Fines Increasing
Those who violate the FMCSRs and Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMRs), are going to be paying more.
CARB: 256 Truck and Bus Violations, $2.1 Million in Fines in 2013
The California Air Resource Board yesterday announced that in 2013, the Board settled 256 cases involving truck and bus air quality violations.
Texas Bill Would Increase Overweight Fines, Suspend CDLs
A bill introduced by Texas Representative Allan Fletcher, member of the Texas House Transportation Committee, would impose hefty fines and CDL suspensions for overweight violations.
Maine Stiffens Penalties for Distracted Driving
Maine's governor Paul LePage decided to boost fines related to distracted driving, texting and phone use in cars and trucks.
New “Safety Corridors” Proposed for Kansas
Been stung with a speeding ticket? Kansas is ready to capitalize on your misfortune...
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