Chapter 221 — Aggravated Violations; Sanctions, Hearing

221.01 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.011 This section has been renumbered. Motor carrier definitions were moved to section 221.012. 221.012 Definitions Defines key terms used in motor carrier law, such as carrier, vehicle, permit, and types of transportation. 221.02 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.021 Aggravated Violations; Sanctions, Hearing Serious motor carrier safety violations can lead to fines up to $25,000 per violation, with a hearing process. 221.022 Exception The state cannot regulate vehicles run by the Metropolitan Council or contract transit services. 221.025 Exemptions Lists types of trucking and transportation that do not need a state carrier permit, like farm trucks and school buses. 221.0251 Motor Carrier of Property; Registration Trucking companies that haul goods must register with the state before operating in Minnesota. 221.0252 Passenger Carrier; Registration, Exemptions Passenger carriers like buses, shuttles, and van services must register and pass vehicle inspections. 221.0255 Motor Carrier of Railroad Employees Special safety rules apply to carriers that transport railroad workers to and from job sites. 221.026 Motor Carrier of Property; Exemptions Some trucking operations are exempt from certain carrier rules, like small local deliveries and private carriers. 221.0269 Relief From Safety Regulation Carriers can ask the state for temporary relief from safety rules during emergencies or special situations. 221.03 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.031 Intrastate Carrier; Operating Requirements, Exemptions Sets operating rules for carriers working within Minnesota, including safety, insurance, and equipment standards. 221.0313 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.0314 Federal Safety Regulations; Adoption Minnesota adopts federal trucking safety rules from the U.S. Department of Transportation for use in the state. 221.0315 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.032 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.033 Regulation of Hazardous Materials Rules for safely transporting hazardous materials by truck in Minnesota, based on federal regulations. 221.0335 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.034 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.0341 Report of Hazardous Material Transportation Incident Carriers must immediately report any hazardous material spill or accident during transport to the state duty officer. 221.035 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.0355 This section has been repealed. All subdivisions were removed by the legislature. 221.036 Administrative Orders; Enforcement, Remedies The commissioner can issue orders to stop unsafe carrier operations and enforce motor carrier laws. 221.037 Hazardous Materials; Information, Inspection The state can inspect carriers and their records to make sure hazardous materials are being handled safely. 221.04 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.041 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.05 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.051 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.06 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.061 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.07 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.071 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.072 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.08 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.081 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.09 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.091 Local Government Authority Local governments can regulate trucks on local roads, set weight limits, and restrict certain vehicle types. 221.10 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.101 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.11 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.111 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.12 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.121 Household Goods Mover Permit Companies that move household goods (furniture, belongings) must get a special permit from the state. 221.122 Order Granting Permit or Certificate; Compliance When the state grants a carrier permit, the carrier must comply with all conditions and requirements. 221.123 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.124 Initial Motor Carrier Contact Program The state runs a program to educate new motor carriers about safety rules and compliance requirements. 221.13 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.131 Carrier Vehicle Registration; Fees, Identification Card Carrier vehicles must be registered with the state and display an identification card showing their permit status. 221.132 Prepaid Temporary Vehicle Identification Card Carriers can get temporary ID cards for vehicles added to their fleet for special events, valid for 10 days. 221.14 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.141 Insurance or Bond Motor carriers must have insurance or a bond to cover injuries, death, or property damage from their operations. 221.15 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.151 This section has been repealed. All subdivisions were removed by the legislature. 221.152 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.153 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.16 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.161 Schedule of Rates and Charges Household goods movers must file their rates and charges with the state and follow those published rates. 221.165 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.17 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.171 Compensation of Household Goods Carrier Fixed The state sets rules for how household goods moving rates are calculated and charged to customers. 221.172 Shipping Document Carriers must give shippers a document listing the goods being shipped, the charges, and the delivery terms. 221.173 Electronic Signature The commissioner may accept electronic documents and electronic signatures instead of paper forms. 221.175 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.178 Passenger Carrier; Criminal Background Check Passenger carriers must run criminal background checks on their drivers before hiring them. 221.18 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.181 Interstate Carrier; Regulation The state can register and regulate interstate carriers to the extent allowed by state police powers. 221.185 Operating Authority; Suspension, Cancellation The state can suspend or cancel a carrier's operating authority for safety violations or other rule-breaking. 221.19 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.191 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.20 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.201 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.21 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.211 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.22 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.221 Enforcement Powers State inspectors and law enforcement can stop, inspect, and check records of motor carriers on the road. 221.23 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.231 Reciprocal Agreement Minnesota can make agreements with other states and Canadian provinces to recognize each other's carrier permits. 221.24 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.241 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.25 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.251 Overcharge Refund If a carrier charges more than the filed rate, the shipper can get a refund of the overcharge amount. 221.26 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.261 Complaint, Action in District Court Anyone can file a lawsuit in district court to enforce motor carrier laws or commissioner orders. 221.27 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.271 Liability Anyone who breaks motor carrier laws is liable for damages, plus the injured person can recover attorney fees. 221.28 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.281 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.29 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.291 Violations, Misdemeanors Breaking motor carrier laws is a misdemeanor, with additional civil penalties of up to $500 per day. 221.292 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.293 Complaint, Hearing, and Order The commissioner can order a carrier to stop violating the law after a hearing, enforceable by court order. 221.294 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.295 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.296 This section has been repealed. All subdivisions were removed by the legislature. 221.30 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.31 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.32 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.33 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.34 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.35 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.36 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.37 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.38 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.381 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.39 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.40 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.41 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.42 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.43 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.44 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.45 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.46 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.465 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.47 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.48 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.49 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.50 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.51 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.52 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.53 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.54 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.55 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.60 Registration of Interstate Carrier Interstate trucking companies must register with Minnesota before operating on state highways. 221.601 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.602 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.605 Compliance by Carrier Interstate carriers must follow Minnesota laws on safety, vehicle condition, and driver qualifications. 221.61 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.62 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.63 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.64 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.65 Reciprocal Agreement Minnesota can make reciprocal agreements with other states and Canadian provinces for interstate carriers. 221.66 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.67 Service of Process An interstate carrier using Minnesota highways automatically agrees that the Secretary of State can accept legal papers … 221.68 Registration Violations; Penalties Violating interstate carrier registration rules is a misdemeanor, plus $50 per day in civil penalties. 221.71 Commuter Van; Driver Liability Commuter van drivers are not personally liable for injuries if they are volunteer drivers following the rules. 221.81 Building Mover Anyone who moves buildings on public roads must get a permit and follow state safety and road protection rules. 221.82 Receipts Credited to Trunk Highway Fund All fees and money collected under this chapter go into the state trunk highway fund. 221.83 Costs Paid From Trunk Highway Fund The costs of running the motor carrier regulation program are paid from the trunk highway fund. 221.84 Limousine Special rules apply to limousine services, including vehicle standards, driver requirements, and permits. 221.85 This section of the motor carrier law has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 221.86 Partial Immunity for Motor Carrier Employer Motor carrier employers are protected from lawsuits when they share employee information required by federal law. 221.87 Indemnity Provision in Motor Carrier Transportation Contracts Contract clauses that make one party pay for another party's own negligence in trucking contracts are void.