Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. 515-16-1-.01

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through October 17, 2024

Rule 515-16-1-.01 - Organization

The Transportation Unit of the Commission has oversight for the enforcement of the statutory provisions and rules and regulations governing carriers as defined in O.C.G.A. §§ 46-1-1, 46-1-3, 46-1-4, 46-2-30, 44-1-13, 46-7-1 through 46-7-101, and 50-13-3. Specifically, the Transportation Unit's duties include but are not limited to:

(a) Scheduling public hearings;

(b) Conducting audits of carrier's books, to ensure compliance with rules and regulations;

(c) Maintaining all official orders, books, files, and records;

(d) Investigating complaints against carriers;

(e) Establishing reasonable rates, charges, and fares;

(f) Inspecting facilities;

(g) Recommending and imposing civil penalties on carriers who violate applicable laws, rules, regulations, or orders;

(h) Consideration of issuance of certificates and permits; and

(i) Consideration of issuance of nonconsensual towing authority.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 515-16-1-.01

Authority O.C.G.A. Secs. 44-1-13, 46-1-1, 46-1-4, 46-7-1 to 46-7-101.

Original Rule entitled "Organization" adopted. F. June 10, 2008; eff. June 30, 2008.