Fines for oversize violations in Mississippi.

Any driver of a vehicle who fails or refuses to stop for weighing or comply with directives shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
Punishment includes a fine of up to One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00) or confinement in county jail for up to thirty (30) days, or both.
Additional penalties may apply if operating the vehicle above the legal weight limit.

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 lbs or more

Fine

$10 minimum penalty

$.01 per pound in excess of legal limit

$.02 per pound in excess of legal limit

$.03 per pound in excess of legal limit

$.04 per pound in excess of legal limit

$.05 per pound in excess of legal limit

$.06 per pound in excess of legal limit

$.07 per pound in excess of legal limit

$.08 per pound in excess of legal limit

$.09 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.

Department of Transportation
Permit Division
P.O. Box 1850
Jackson, Mississippi, 39215-1850
Permits Division: (601) 359-1717 or (888) 737-0061

Hours of Business

7:30 AM - 4:30 PM (Central time)

980-414-6611