This information provides basic compliance guidance on the Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. It is not intended to be a substitute for these regulations. To purchase a complete copy of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR), Parts 300-399, contact the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402, Telephone: (202) 512-1800 or at www.access.gpo.gov.

The first section pertains to all motor carriers. The second section contains information for motor carriers having vehicles with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) rating of 26,001 pounds or more. Each section contains information sheets covering highlights of the regulation. Please feel free to reproduce any or all material on this Web site and to distribute copies as needed.

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Table of Contents: 

• Introduction/Disclaimer
• How to Use This Booklet
• Section One
• Part 387 - Minimum Level of Financial Resposibility
• Part 390 - General
• Part 391 - Driver Qualification
• Part 392 - Driving of Commercial Motor Vehicles
• Part 395 - Hours of Service
• Part 396 - Maintenance
• Title 49 CFR - Hazardous Materials Regulations
• Section Two
• Part 382 - Alcohol and Drug Testing Requirements
• Part 383 - Commercial Driver's License Requirements
• Section Three
• Resources
• Web Sites
• UCR Fees

It is the responsibility of motor carrier operators and drivers to know and comply with all applicable FMCSR. This information, when effectively applied, will get you started on the road to compliance with the FMCSR and will contribute to safer motor carrier operations and highways.