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What is the definition of an authorized for-hire carrier?
Published 12/05/2014 05:41 PM |
Updated 12/26/2014 01:34 PM
An authorized for-hire motor carrier transports passengers, regulated property or household goods owned by others for compensation. If you are a for-hire carrier, in addition to the USDOT number you will also need to obtain operating authority (MC number).
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