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CMV driver ID #

Entry DateApril 20, 1998
Issue Number98-009-DRV
NameM/Sgt. Ed Weigler
AddressUnited StatesMap It (opens in a new tab)
CommitteeDriver-Traffic Enforcement Committee
StatusClosed
Summary of Issue

It has been proposed to the Illinois State Police to devise a CMV Driver Identfication number. This number would be uniform throughout NA and such number would be displayed on a CMV for easy identification by law enforcement.

Justification or Need

Allows law enforcement personnel the ability to accurately track a CMV driver to a specific incident; i.e. accident, hazardous materials incident, public or officer safety incidents.

Request for Action

Request CVSA review the idea and comment on the ramifications this would have on industry and law enforcement, including possible legal issues. Also advise if CVSA would oppose or support this type of regulation.