PARADIS INC
USDOT 185056 • 813 HWY 92 WEST, BROOKS, MN, 56715-0097
ACTIVEMotor Carrier
Authority:1 active
Insurance:1 current
BOC-3:On file
Safety Rating:S
MCS-150:Never updated
OOS Orders:None
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
USDOT
185,056
Status
ACTIVE
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation
Interstate
Business Type
Motor Carrier
State
Phone
2186984613
Email
Power Units (MCS-150)
52
Drivers (MCS-150)
58
Safety Rating
S
MCS-150 Mileage
3,855,495
BOC-3 Agent
Physical Address
813 HWY 92 WEST, BROOKS, MN, 56715-0097
Mailing Address
PO BOX 97, BROOKS, MN, 56715-0097
Contact
Phone: 2186984613
Email: [email protected]
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Contract Carrier — Active
Active Authority
1
Revoked / Inactive
0
Authority Types
1
Insurance Policies
1 active
Latest: Oct 1, 2001
BOC-3 Filing
On file
Operating Authority
fmcsa-authhistApr 5, 2026
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-162853 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Unknown |
Active Insurance (1)
fmcsa-insurApr 5, 2026
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TF335577 | ON FILE | Oct 1, 2001 | Nov 5, 2010 |
Insurance History (3 canceled/expired)
fmcsa-inshist-allwithhistory
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TF335577 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2001 | Oct 1, 2010 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP02408M | CANCELLED | Aug 9, 2001 | Oct 1, 2001 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP 2408D | REPLACED | Oct 9, 1991 | Aug 9, 2001 |
Insurance Events Timeline
fmcsa-insur-hist
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TF335577 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 5, 2010 | Nov 5, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TF335577 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2010 | Oct 1, 2010 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP02408M | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2001 | Oct 1, 2001 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP 2408D | BIPD/Primary | Aug 9, 2001 | Aug 9, 2001 |
Authority Action History (2 events)
fmcsa-authhist-blob
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC162853 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Feb 28, 1992 | — | Unknown |
| MC162853 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Feb 28, 1992 | — | Unknown |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Driver Fitness
N/A
Unsafe Driving
31%
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspections
122
Violations
70
5 OOS
Vehicle OOS %
3.0%
Driver OOS %
0.0%
Power Units (MCS-150)
52
Drivers (MCS-150)
58
Crash Records
25
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
10
May
3
Jun
2
Jul
4
Aug
2
Sep
5
Oct
1
Nov
2
Dec
6
Jan
1
Feb
6
Mar
1
Apr
4
May
3
Jun
4
Jul
3
Aug
6
Sep
2
Oct
4
Nov
2
Dec
1
Jan
1
Feb
4
Mar
1
Apr
Clean monthMonth with OOSBased on latest 100 of 122 inspection records
Inspection Activity Map
10 states • 122 inspections
None Low Medium High🚛 Home base
Violation Summary (70 violations from latest 100 of 122 inspections)
fmcsa-inspection-file
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 18 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 4 | 4 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLML | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Tim | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55C2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22H4-ELDBRODS | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have a supply of blank driver's records of duty status graph-grids sufficient to record the driver's duty status a | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-ATIS | Tires - All others leaking in tread area with inflation more than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11(a)(1) | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.82DUMT | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
Vehicle OOS Rate
3.0%vs nat'l 23.4%
-20.4 pts below avg
Driver OOS Rate
0.0%vs nat'l 6.7%
-6.7 pts below avg
Violations / Inspection
0.70vs nat'l 1.80
-1.10 below avg
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (122 inspections)
Showing 50 of 122
fmcsa-inspectionsApr 5, 2026
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
79 total · 2.5% OOS
2024-042026-04
InspectionsOOS
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
25 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Total Crashes
25
Fatalities
0
Injuries
11
Across 8 crashes
Tow-Aways
25
Crash History (25 records)
fmcsa-crash-fileApr 5, 2026
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 2025 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 2 | HUDSON | ISTH 94 | ...202770 | PARADIS INC |
| Jan 17, 2025 | ND | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | 0066 | ...257439 | PARADIS INC |
| Apr 13, 2024 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | BLOOMINGTON | ISTH 494 | ...901632 | PARADIS INC |
| Dec 23, 2022 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BELLEVUE | USTH 10 | ...125312 | PARADIS INC |
| Jul 5, 2022 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | RIVER HILLS | IH 043 SB | ...125310 | PARADIS INC |
| Apr 6, 2022 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | TUMULI | ISTH 94 | ...426322 | PARADIS INC |
| Feb 22, 2022 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | AFTON | ISTH 94 | ...257439 | PARADIS INC |
| Jan 25, 2022 | ND | TOW | 0 | 0 | GRAND FORKS | 32ND AVE S | ...468109 | PARADIS INC |
| Dec 23, 2020 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 21, 2020 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 31, 2020 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 17, 2019 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 6, 2019 | ND | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 25, 2018 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 30, 2018 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 19, 2018 | ND | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 23, 2018 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 15, 2017 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 4, 2016 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 28, 2016 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 26, 2014 | ND | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 25, 2012 | SD | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 23, 2012 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 7, 2011 | ND | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 16, 2010 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
29 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Nov 5, 2010
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NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY • BIPD/Primary
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