RITZER FARMS LLC
USDOT 958943 • 13356 RIVER ROAD, GULFPORT, MS, 39503
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals2 flagged
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-471936 | REVOKED | May 19, 2004 | Dec 30, 2024 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KSCW4758222-00 | ON FILE | Nov 8, 2024 | Dec 24, 2024 |
Insurance History (10 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KSI000613-00 | CANCELLED | Jul 7, 2022 | Sep 18, 2022 |
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KSI000613-00 | REPLACED | Jun 18, 2022 | Jul 7, 2022 |
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KSI000613-00 | CANCELLED | Jun 18, 2022 | Jul 27, 2022 |
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KSI000613-00 | CANCELLED | Jan 20, 2022 | Jun 18, 2022 |
| BLUE HILL SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY INC | BIPD/Primary | CA 3205440 | REPLACED | May 27, 2021 | Jan 20, 2022 |
| BLUE HILL SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY INC | BIPD/Primary | CA 3205440 | NAME CHANGED | Feb 4, 2021 | Jun 14, 2021 |
| BLUE HILL SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY INC | BIPD/Primary | CA 3205440 | REPLACED | Feb 4, 2021 | May 27, 2021 |
| OOIDA RISK RETENTION GROUP, INC. | BIPD/Primary | PL199517322 | CANCELLED | Jun 14, 2014 | Jul 16, 2014 |
| OOIDA RISK RETENTION GROUP, INC. | BIPD/Primary | PL199517322 | CANCELLED | May 18, 2013 | Jun 14, 2014 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 391863 | CANCELLED | Oct 30, 2003 | May 13, 2004 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | KSCW4758222-00 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 24, 2024 | Dec 24, 2024 |
| CANCEL | KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | KSI000613-00 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 18, 2022 | Sep 18, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | KSI000613-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 27, 2022 | Jul 27, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | KSI000613-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 7, 2022 | Jul 7, 2022 |
| CANCEL | KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | KSI000613-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 18, 2022 | Jun 18, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | BLUE HILL SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY INC | CA 3205440 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 20, 2022 | Jan 20, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | BLUE HILL SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY INC | CA 3205440 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 14, 2021 | Jun 14, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | BLUE HILL SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY INC | CA 3205440 | BIPD/Primary | May 27, 2021 | May 27, 2021 |
| CANCEL | OOIDA RISK RETENTION GROUP, INC. | PL199517322 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 16, 2014 | Jul 16, 2014 |
| CANCEL | OOIDA RISK RETENTION GROUP, INC. | PL199517322 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 14, 2014 | Jun 14, 2014 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 391863 | BIPD/Primary | May 13, 2004 | May 13, 2004 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTRACT | MC-471936 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| CONTRACT | MC-471936 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| CONTRACT | MC-471936 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| CONTRACT | MC-471936 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (8 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC471936 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Nov 14, 2024 | REVOKED | Dec 30, 2024 |
| MC471936 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 30, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 8, 2022 |
| MC471936 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 23, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 21, 2022 |
| MC471936 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 5, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 16, 2022 |
| MC471936 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 10, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 28, 2021 |
| MC471936 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Feb 5, 2021 | REVOKED | Oct 3, 2022 |
| MC471936 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | May 30, 2013 | REVOKED | Jul 22, 2014 |
| MC471936 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Nov 13, 2003 | REVOKED | May 19, 2004 |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
2 states • 5 inspections
Violation Summary (32 violations from 5 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | 3 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.53B | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41A1-NPH | Operating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate - no previous history | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:383.51A-SIN | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2WC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (5 inspections)
| Date | Report # | Station | State | Level | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 25, 2025 | 86425658 | SUN CITY CENTER FL | FL | Level 3 | PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | 395.8A1-HOSP, 392.2-SLLTCD | Yes |
| Jun 4, 2025 | 84893061 | PERRY FL | FL | Level 2 | MACK STRAIGHT TRUCK | 5 | 393.11A1-LCL, 393.95A4-EEUS, 390.21TB1-MC | No |
| May 7, 2025 | 84613742 | ITTAWAMBA COUNTY | MS | Level 2 | UTIL SEMI-TRAILER | 6 | 392.2RG, 393.60C, 396.17C | Yes |
| May 5, 2025 | 84591401 | OCEAN SPRINGS | MS | Level 1 | PALM SEMI-TRAILER | 12 | 393.47E, 393.48A, 393.53B | Yes |
| Apr 17, 2024 | 81417750 | NEW SMYRNA BEACH FL | FL | Level 2 | PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR | 7 | 392.2, 393.60(c), 393.95(f) | No |
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
1 crash record from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (1 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 23, 2024 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | RURAL | I-10 | ...800633 | RITZER FARMS LLC |
Compliance Timeline
13 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records