391.15(a) — Driving while disqualified
FMCSA violation code under Driver Fitness. 5,115 events recorded in roadside inspections. Severity weight: 10. Out-of-service eligible.
Violation Description
Operating a commercial motor vehicle while the driver is disqualified from operating a CMV.
About This Violation Code
Code 391.15(a) falls under the Driver Fitness BASIC category in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS). It carries a severity weight of 10 (scale 1-10, higher = more severe). This violation is Out-of-Service eligible, meaning the driver or vehicle may be placed out of service at roadside when cited.
When this violation is cited during a roadside inspection, it contributes to the carrier's Driver Fitness BASIC score. Carriers with high BASIC percentiles may be prioritized for FMCSA interventions including warning letters, investigations, or compliance reviews.
Regulatory Reference
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
This violation references 49 CFR 391.15 in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Top Carriers Cited
Ranked by frequency • 4,761 carriers total • Page 1 of 191
Top Carriers with 391.15(a) Violations
Showing 25 of 4,761
| # | Carrier | USDOT | # Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | HOME EXPRESS DELIVERY SERVICE LLC | 2714701 | 10 |
| #2 | SWIFT TRANSPORTATION CO OF ARIZONA LLC | 54283 | 8 |
| #3 | BAI FOOD LLC | 2099021 | 5 |
| #4 | TRUGREEN LIMITED PARTNERSHIP | 342305 | 5 |
| #5 | NEW PRIME INC | 3706 | 4 |
| #6 | LBS LOGISTICS INC | 3621068 | 4 |
| #7 | SHAWN PERRY | 1426150 | 4 |
| #8 | LOWE'S HOME CENTERS LLC | 97235 | 4 |
| #9 | HOMESTEAD FOODS LLC | 3667264 | 4 |
| #10 | DS SERVICES OF AMERICA INC | 155682 | 4 |
| #11 | NCHARGE TRUCKING LOGISTICS LLC | 3892169 | 4 |
| #12 | UNITED PARCEL SERVICE INC | 21800 | 4 |
| #13 | BERTHALET TRUCK COMPANY INC | 2436146 | 4 |
| #14 | FELIX PICHARDO LLC | 3402004 | 4 |
| #15 | JMR TRUCKING INC | 2855021 | 4 |
| #16 | OAK BEVERAGES INCORPORATED | 1371832 | 3 |
| #17 | 3 GABV CORPORATION | 2444229 | 3 |
| #18 | DU JOUR LOGISTICS LLC | 4071157 | 3 |
| #19 | JAIDEN TRANSPORTATION LLC | 3278577 | 3 |
| #20 | BEK AUTOTRANSPORT LLC | 2966443 | 3 |
| #21 | ALA TRANSPORT LLC | 3707820 | 3 |
| #22 | SUNBELT RENTALS INC | 500579 | 3 |
| #23 | OTR LOGISTICS LLC | 3200378 | 3 |
| #24 | WASTE MANAGEMENT INC OF FLORIDA | 856351 | 3 |
| #25 | KATHERIN TRANSPORT LLC | 4064558 | 3 |
Recent Inspections
Latest inspections where 391.15(a) was cited • 5,115 total events • Page 1 of 205
Recent Inspections with 391.15(a)
Showing 25 of 5,115
| Date | Report # | State | Level | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2024 | 82909586 | AL | Level 1 | Yes |
| Oct 14, 2024 | 82908816 | MD | Level 2 | Yes |
| Oct 14, 2024 | 82910104 | MS | Level 2 | Yes |
| Oct 14, 2024 | 82908990 | MD | Level 2 | Yes |
| Oct 11, 2024 | 82895111 | CO | Level 3 | No |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 82892889 | SD | Level 4 | No |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 82892642 | CO | Level 3 | Yes |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 82886217 | NY | Level 2 | Yes |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 82886123 | NY | Level 1 | Yes |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 82880698 | NV | Level 2 | Yes |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 82878115 | KY | Level 3 | Yes |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 82878131 | KY | Level 1 | Yes |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 82877415 | MD | Level 2 | Yes |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 82895466 | OH | Level 2 | No |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 82893436 | IL | Level 3 | Yes |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 82914418 | CA | Level 2 | Yes |
| Oct 9, 2024 | 82878201 | KY | Level 3 | Yes |
| Oct 9, 2024 | 82886352 | NY | Level 1 | Yes |
| Oct 9, 2024 | 82879809 | IL | Level 3 | No |
| Oct 9, 2024 | 82879743 | IL | Level 3 | No |
| Oct 9, 2024 | 82880858 | PA | Level 3 | Yes |
| Oct 9, 2024 | 82865701 | SC | Level 3 | Yes |
| Oct 9, 2024 | 82876553 | VA | Level 2 | Yes |
| Oct 9, 2024 | 82872732 | CA | Level 3 | Yes |
| Oct 9, 2024 | 82872366 | CA | Level 3 | Yes |