Fines for oversize violations in Louisiana.
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Any individual who owns or operates a vehicle or combination of vehicles in violation of rules, regulations, directives, or requirements established by the secretary under R.S. 32:380 through 385, or violates R.S. 32:380 through 385 itself, will be penalized one hundred dollars for each violation.
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Vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) below twenty-six thousand pounds will face a penalty of one hundred dollars for failing to stop at a weight scale.
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This penalty is separate from any other penalties imposed for additional violations.
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Vehicles with a GVWR of twenty-six thousand pounds or more will be penalized five hundred dollars for failing to stop at a weight scale.
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This penalty is also separate from any other penalties for additional violations.
Weight
1 – 999 lbs
1,000 – 1,999 lbs
2,000 – 2,999 lbs
3,000 – 3,999 lbs
4,000 – 4,999 lbs
5,000 – 5,999 lbs
6,000 – 6,999 lbs
7,000 – 7,999 lbs
8,000 – 8,999 lbs
9,000 – 9,999 lbs
10,000 – 10,999 lbs
11,000 and over
Fine
$10.00 minimum
1¢ per pound in excess of legal limit
2¢ per pound in excess of legal limit
3¢ per pound in excess of legal limit
4¢ per pound in excess of legal limit
5¢ per pound in excess of legal limit
6¢ per pound in excess of legal limit
7¢ per pound in excess of legal limit
8¢ per pound in excess of legal limit
9¢ per pound in excess of legal limit
10¢ per pound in excess of legal limit
11¢ per pound in excess of legal limit
Escort vehicle requirements can vary widely from state to state, encompassing mandatory driver qualifications, training, certifications, vehicle weights, mandatory signage, flags, lighting specifications, essential onboard equipment, and other factors. The SafeGuard team is well-equipped to furnish you with comprehensive information on any additional requirements specific to your designated route.
980-414-6611
Department of Transportation and Development
Truck Permit Office
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1201 Capitol Access Road, Room 103A
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
P.O. Box 94042
Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9042
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