Iowa motor vehicle enforcement officer duties

A motor vehicle enforcement officer is a peace officer whose primary duty is to enforce all state and federal regulations that apply to commercial vehicles travelling Iowa's roadways. Some of the laws enforced relate to the following.

• State and federal motor carrier safety regulations
• State and federal hazardous materials regulations
• Driver qualifications/driver licensing
• Vehicle registration
• Overweight and over-dimensional vehicles
• Fuel tax compliance
• Shipping papers
• Travel authority
• Liability insurance

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Inspecting commercial vehicles and drivers to determine compliance with state and federal laws relating to driver qualification, hours of service, driver licensing, vehicle size, weight and vehicle safety compliance.
• Enforcing traffic laws to promote safety, reduce crashes and expedite traffic flow.
• Assisting other law enforcement officers when requested or when situation dictates.
• Preparing and testifying in court to present the facts surrounding any civil, criminal or departmental action.