Commercial Vehicle Operator Registration: Charges Against Truckers, Contractors, Movers, Deliveries, Among Others

Question: How can commercial vehicle operators defend against CVOR charges?

Answer: Commercial Vehicle Operator's Registration (CVOR) charges can be daunting, covering issues from vehicle fitness to logbook discrepancies and more. To effectively defend against these charges, it's crucial to understand the relevant laws, such as the Highway Traffic Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. H.8 and the Provincial Offences Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.33. Consulting a knowledgeable paralegal service, like Pollock Paralegal, can provide strategic advice and representation to safeguard your business interests. Get a FREE ¼ HOUR CONSULTATION by contacting Pollock Paralegal at (519) 694-0363.

Defending Commercial Vehicle Operator Registration (CVOR) Charges

The owners and operators of commercial trucks weighing over 4,500 kgs. are required to register in what is known as a Commercial Vehicle Operator's Registration (CVOR) licensing and may be charged separately, in addition to the charges brought against a driver, for violations of the Highway Traffic Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. H.8, among many other laws applicable to roadway users.

Common Issues

Typical CVOR concerns include vehicle fitness, overloading, insecure loadings, lackings within logbooks, improper or expiry of licensing, among other things, and all as additional to the charges against the commercial vehicle driver.  Charges against a CVOR may be laid by a police officer or an Ontario Ministry of Transportation ("MTO") officer for prosecution within the Ontario Court of Justice per the court rules and procedures prescribed within the Provincial Offences Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.33, including the regulations thereto.

Inspection Authority

Within the framework of the Highway Traffic Act, specifically under section 82.1, there are mandates governing the inspection of commercial vehicles. The mandates aim to ensure the safety and roadworthiness of commercial vehicles, protecting both the operators and the public. It is imperative for commercial vehicle operators and the vehicle drivers to comply with the inspection mandates that help to ensure the roadworthiness of commercial vehicles and thereby contribute to road safety.