Trucker's Rights

659854

{"text":"I'm tired of being bullied by sovereign citizens. There's soo many loop holes in this industry and I want to know them all. No I did not attend any \"trucking school\". As if that changes anything... Can anyone tell me some tricks to trade when it comes to DOT? Maybe a link or a book, hell even a good lawyer. Google doesn't want me to be great bc I can't seem to find 1 website stating truckers rights.","videos":"[]","link":"{}","pics":"[]","canComment":true}

621314

{"replyTo":"","text":"Everyone experiences being harassed once in a while. That is part of it. But if it is recurring. Consult a lawyer","replyToPid":0}

678881

{"replyTo":"","text":"Show your experience, be assertive, confident, and secure with answers and knowledge. This throws DOT off their game. Be informed and know everything about your rig. Legal brake rod travel is generally 1 5/8”. Are you prepared to measure yourself if you have an “alleged” violation? Know the brake lining measurement, tread depth, etc. Never answer “I don’t know”. ","replyToPid":0}

682183

{"replyTo":"","text":"I'm still trying to figure out what your question is exactly. 35 years and I've been DOT'd 4 times.  Federal regulations are set but each state reserves the right to make the laws more stringent. Read your DOT manual & get to know it inside & out.","replyToPid":0}

679315

{"replyTo":"","text":"We have a lot of rights as truckdrivers! You might want to look into becoming a member of OOIDA. They fight for our rights every day in Washington. Also keep in mind, we are our own worst enemy. When being pulled over or getting an inspection, just cooperate like a civil human-being. It will go a lot smoother. Believe I’m more anti-gov than anybody, but I do my job. So let them do theirs.","replyToPid":0}

662888

{"replyTo":"","text":"Remember to always document everything and or get it on video. There has been a lot of court cases won over documentation. Especially if it’s a reoccurring event over and over. Most lawyers won’t go up against law enforcement if they are from the same area so get an out of town lawyer who doesn’t have to worry about seeing that officer on a daily basis. ","replyToPid":0}

647598

{"replyTo":"","text":"All you have to do in this industry is get inside the truck sit yo a$$ down and start driving Mmm’kay ","replyToPid":0}

621298

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625878 发表于 2019-05-08 21:01:55 Summer Storm,\n\nIf there is a issue with the DOT’s you need to know. Every State runs the same laws as federal, but each states interpretation of said laws, can sway a little to the left or right of the federal law. \n\nTake this for example: federal laws states when pulling a trailer you don’t need mud flaps on the truck. This is so drivers can install chains and not fear damages to the said mud flaps. \nWell there are three states that will write you up for not having mud flaps on (while pulling a trailer), they are California, Colorado and New York. \n\nSo ask your self this? Do you think you will win in an argument with the DOT of the three fore mentioned states? \n\nI think not... \nso just like the other driver stated, truckers really don’t have any rights or respect.

","text":"Well said","replyToPid":29923}

621385

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625878 发表于 2019-05-08 21:01:55 Summer Storm,\n\nIf there is a issue with the DOT’s you need to know. Every State runs the same laws as federal, but each states interpretation of said laws, can sway a little to the left or right of the federal law. \n\nTake this for example: federal laws states when pulling a trailer you don’t need mud flaps on the truck. This is so drivers can install chains and not fear damages to the said mud flaps. \nWell there are three states that will write you up for not having mud flaps on (while pulling a trailer), they are California, Colorado and New York. \n\nSo ask your self this? Do you think you will win in an argument with the DOT of the three fore mentioned states? \n\nI think not... \nso just like the other driver stated, truckers really don’t have any rights or respect.

","text":"Gold. The knowledge and Intellect.","replyToPid":29923}

681678

{"replyTo":"","text":"It's called The FMCSA book. And pre and post trip ask questions of unsure about something only way. And be Courteous to officer. That alone will go far.","replyToPid":0}

28367

{"replyTo":"","text":"rights?!?!, lol. its always our fault. but the best advice is learn all you can about the regulations governing us. you should have a regulations manual in your  truck. it gives you the basic rules for everything about being a cdl driver, and standards on trucks, trailers, securement, etc. but when in doubt ask quetions. most knowledgeable drivers are willing to share information. i don't worry about dot. if you have a question nobody seems to have an answer too, ask an officer. but keep in mind the answer they give you maybe for just their state. also an atlas and the gps have sections in them about all the areas you may travel to. things like low clearances, restricted routes, weight limits, and king pin rules. i hope this helps...","replyToPid":0}

544240

{"replyTo":"","text":"You don't have no right's as a trucker, dogs have more rights! You have the right to shut up, or consider your next 3  weeks hell! ","replyToPid":0}

647598

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681714 发表于 2019-05-09 01:55:54 You're a take charge man. 😍

","text":"How do you know if I’m not a women? I’m many genders apparently we have the freedom to say we are a multi-gender trans leprechaun with a pot of gold at the end of the rainbooo","replyToPid":30134}

647598

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681714 发表于 2019-05-09 02:04:25 Sorry for assuming. You're absolutely right.

","text":"I’m a big boy 👦🏻 ","replyToPid":30140}