Inspections (DataQs)

DataQs violation challenge

We prepare and file your DataQs request with your explanation and proof. There's no guarantee it will be removed: the state agency that did the inspection decides.

$100 includes 1 violation; others are quoted

Plus the 3% processing fee on online payments. You see the exact total before paying.

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What is it?

We prepare and file your request in DataQs (dataqs.fmcsa.dot.gov) with your explanation and proof. Filing is free at FMCSA. The state agency that did the inspection decides, and it can take 2 weeks to 4 months. There's no guarantee it will be removed.

Who needs it?

Companies that want to challenge a violation from an inspection
The price includes 1 violation; additional violations from the same inspection are quoted before you pay
If you already paid for the review of that inspection, you only pay the difference

How we do it

Give us the inspection report, your explanation and your proof.
You authorize us to file it as your representative.
We prepare and file the request in DataQs.
We let you know what the state decides.

Our fee

$100

includes 1 violation; others are quoted

Before paying you see the full summary with official fees. You pay online by card, securely.

1. Enter your USDOT number

We fill in your company details automatically.

Your information

Full name

Phone

Preferred language

Your company

Company legal name

DBA (if any)

EIN (if you have one)

MC number (if you have one)

Address

City

State

ZIP code

The inspection

Report number

Inspection date

State

Violation you want to challenge (code or what the report says)

How many violations?

The price includes 1 violation. If there are more from the same inspection, we send you a quote before charging.

What happened and why do you think it's wrong?

I already paid for the review of this inspection (I only pay the difference)

I authorize DOT Truck Services to file this DataQs request as my representative.

Attach the inspection report and your proof below (photos, repair receipts, court documents if the citation was dismissed). There's no guarantee the violation will be removed: the state agency that did the inspection decides.

Documents

Have ready: Inspection report, report number, date and state, the violation, your explanation and proof (photos, receipts, court documents)

PDF, photos, Word or Excel. Up to 10 files, 10 MB each. You can take a photo with your phone. If you don't have them now, we'll ask later.

Comments or additional information

I understand that DOT Truck Services (a DBA of Ge Chanfon Services LLC) is a private document preparation service, not a government agency or a law firm, that I can do these filings myself on the official portals.

What happens if it's not up to date?

A wrong violation raises your SMS percentages for 2 years.
Brokers and insurers see your inspections.

Other options

Inspection review

We tell you whether it's worth challenging before filing.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you guarantee it will be removed?

No. The state agency that did the inspection decides. We prepare the best request possible with your proof.

How long does it take?

Usually 2 weeks to 4 months, depending on the state.

How long do I have?

Up to 3 years after the inspection date.

What does FMCSA charge?

Nothing: filing in DataQs is free. You only pay our service fee.