Motor Carrier Services - General Questions

1. What is the legal name of a carrier?
   The legal name of a carrier is the full business name. Following are some examples:
   
   
   • Individual with Trade Name
     John Smith, t/a Smith Trucking
   • Partnership
     Fred Anderson & Peter Harris
   • Corporation
     Jefferson Limousine Service, Inc.
   • Limited Liability Company
     Johnson Brothers, LLC
   • Limited Partnership
     Franklin’s Courier Service, LP
   
   Note: Corporations, limited liability companies and limited partnerships must be properly qualified with the State Corporation Commission (SCC). For questions, contact the SCC at 1-804-371-9733 or 1-866-722-2551.
2. What is the legal address of a carrier?
   The legal address is where the business is actually located (street address).