GEORGIA — A total of 454 commercial vehicles were inspected in Georgia during last week’s Operation SafeDRIVE enforcement effort, with FMCSA Administrator Derek Barrs on scene as state and federal officials targeted unsafe driving behavior and commercial vehicle violations.
The Georgia Department of Public Safety released the results on April 23, 2026, saying the operation focused on unsafe drivers and driving behaviors while reinforcing a safe and reliable transportation network.
FMCSA Chief Joined Enforcement Operation
According to Georgia DPS, Barrs took part in an aerial overview of enforcement operations with CVE Major Andrew Montgomery before visiting the Monroe County inspection stations.
While there, he worked alongside Commercial Vehicle Enforcement officers during traffic stops, inspections, and a demonstration of the CVE K-9 program. Barrs was also greeted in Monroe County by Georgia Motor Trucking Association President Seth Millican, highlighting what officials described as a partnership-driven approach to improving highway safety.
Georgia DPS said the visit underscored the working relationship between the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, the Department of Public Safety, and state partners aimed at keeping commercial traffic moving safely while protecting the motoring public.
Officials also thanked professional drivers and carriers who prioritize safety each day, saying that commitment helps protect the traveling public and strengthens Georgia’s economy.
Inspection Results Released
Georgia DPS reported the following results from the operation:
A total of 454 commercial motor vehicles were inspected. Of those, 113 were Level I inspections, 32 were Level II inspections, and 372 were Level III inspections.
Officials said 88 drivers were placed out of service, along with 51 vehicles.
A total of 296 moving violation inspections were recorded. Inspectors also documented one English language proficiency violation.
Three arrests were made during the operation, including charges involving drug possession, contraband possession, and DUI.
Multi-State Safety Push
Operation SafeDRIVE is a multi-state, high-visibility traffic enforcement initiative aimed at reducing crashes involving large commercial trucks.
Georgia DPS said the effort remains centered on identifying unsafe operations while supporting a safer freight network across the state.
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