HOS Compliance
395.8ANo record of duty status when required
FMCSA severity weight 5/10
FMCSA severity weight
5 / 10
Out-of-service violation
No
Code
395.8A
Penalty by state
| State | Fine (USD) | License points | Plea-reduction available? | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $420 – $900 | 1 | Yes | — |
| FL | $250 – $1,000 | 3 | Yes | — |
| GA | $300 – $1,000 | 3 | Yes | — |
| IL | $500 – $1,500 | 5 | Yes | — |
| NY | $300 – $1,500 | 3 | Yes | — |
| TX | $500 – $1,500 | 3 | Yes | Form-and-manner logbook |
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Find a lawyer in your stateEducational reference. Not legal advice. Penalty estimates compiled from public state DMV schedules and FMCSA SMS data; outcomes depend on jurisdiction, prior record, and counsel.