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Carrier Compliance

UCR Registration Services

Annual Unified Carrier Registration filing and management—fee bracket determination, timely registration, digital proof of compliance, and renewal tracking that prevents roadside citations and out-of-service orders.

The Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) program requires interstate motor carriers, brokers, freight forwarders, and leasing companies to register annually and pay fees based on fleet size. Operating without current UCR registration exposes you to roadside citations, out-of-service orders, and complications with insurance renewals—enforcement officers can verify UCR status instantly, and non-compliance results in immediate consequences.

DSC manages your complete UCR registration: we determine your fee bracket based on fleet composition, file your registration before the annual deadline, provide digital proof of compliance accessible from any device, and track renewals to ensure continuous registration. Our service fee is simple and transparent—you pay the actual government fees at cost plus our administration fee. Whether you operate one truck or hundreds, DSC ensures your UCR registration stays current and your drivers carry proof of compliance at all times.

Key Features

Fee Bracket Verification

We verify your fleet size and composition to ensure accurate fee bracket determination—no overpaying and no compliance risk from errors.

Digital Proof of Registration

Access your UCR registration proof from any device, anytime—drivers can produce documentation instantly during roadside encounters.

Renewal Tracking

Automatic reminders and proactive filing ensure your UCR registration never lapses, preventing citations and operational disruptions.

Compliance Requirements

Compliance Requirement

The Unified Carrier Registration Act requires annual registration for:

Registration fees are based on the number of qualifying vehicles in your fleet. Proof of registration must be maintained and may be requested during roadside inspections. Failure to register results in citations and potential out-of-service orders.

  • Motor carriers operating in interstate or international commerce
  • Motor private carriers
  • Freight forwarders
  • Brokers
  • Leasing companies

How Diversified Helps

  • Fee bracket determination based on fleet size and composition
  • Annual registration filing before deadline
  • Government fee payment coordination (fees passed through at cost)
  • Digital proof of registration accessible 24/7 from any device
  • Renewal tracking with advance reminders
  • Fleet size updates if your operation grows or changes
  • Multi-state registration coordination for carriers with complex structures

Frequently Asked Questions

If you operate commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce, you likely need UCR registration. This includes for-hire carriers, private carriers transporting their own goods across state lines, brokers, freight forwarders, and leasing companies. DSC can confirm your registration requirements based on your specific operations.

UCR fees are based on brackets determined by your total number of qualifying commercial motor vehicles. Smaller fleets pay lower fees, with brackets increasing as fleet size grows. DSC verifies your fleet count and ensures you're registered in the correct bracket—neither overpaying nor risking non-compliance from under-reporting.

UCR registration for each year typically opens in the fall and must be completed before operating in the new registration year. Many carriers register as soon as the filing window opens to ensure compliance. DSC tracks deadlines and files your registration promptly to prevent any lapse in coverage.

Get Started

Stay registered with timely UCR filing, fee verification, and 24/7 access to digital proof of registration.

Contact our compliance specialists to learn how we can help your fleet stay compliant.

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