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The MEET operation, a traffic enforcement operation targeting CMVs, was carried at the Wyoming and Colorado border.
A traffic enforcement operation targeting commercial motor carriers, known as the Mobile Education and Enforcement Team (MEET), was carried out on Tuesday, September 29, as part of a joint effort between the Wyoming Highway Patrol (WHP) and the Colorado State Patrol. The two states collaborated to enforce traffic laws among commercial drivers earlier this week along their shared border.
The MEET operation was conducted with the goal of identifying drivers who were not complying with traffic laws, specifically those related to English language proficiency (ELP) and the prohibition of non-domiciled commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs).
The results of the operation were deemed “successful,” according to the Wyoming Highway Patrol. In a press release, WHP outlined the scope of the operation: “The MEET operation involved multiple checkpoints where officers and mobile inspectors ensured that commercial motor carriers were in compliance with both state and federal regulations,” the statement read.
MEET operation: 82 vehicles inspected
According to state patrol officials from both Wyoming and Colorado, the MEET operation took place just south of Laramie, along US Highway 287. Throughout this stretch of road, officers and inspection teams from both states stopped commercial vehicles for compliance checks. Drivers who failed to comply with orders to stop were intercepted by law enforcement and taken to designated inspection sites, the WHP reported.
Throughout the day, mobile enforcement teams inspected 82 commercial vehicles, aiming to verify their compliance with federal regulations and to ensure that all drivers had the appropriate documentation, including a valid CDL.
One notable incident involved a driver who attempted to evade inspection. This individual had previously violated ELP requirements on September 13 in Colorado and had been placed out of service. Law enforcement arrested the driver for repeated violations of federal safety regulations. Authorities also impounded his pickup truck.
The inspections led to 16 drivers and 24 vehicles being placed out of service, in addition to four arrests and one citation for marijuana possession, according to information reported by The Trucker. Wyoming Highway Patrol officers arrested three commercial drivers for repeated offenses, two for repeatedly operating without a CDL, and one (mentioned earlier) for multiple violations related to English language proficiency. The Colorado State Patrol also made an arrest in connection with an outstanding state warrant.
In its statement regarding the MEET operation, the Wyoming Highway Patrol emphasized its strong commitment to commercial vehicle safety. The agency stated it is taking proactive steps to ensure compliance with federal regulations and to keep roadways safe. “Out-of-service orders are issued to ensure the safety of all highway users, both commercial and non-commercial. When a driver is found to be operating without meeting the fundamental requirements set by the FMCSA, and is committing repeated violations such as ELP noncompliance, arrest may be warranted,” the press release stated.
The transportation industry seeks to stay safe
Safety measures related to ELP compliance and documentation have intensified in recent months. This is largely due to recent accidents involving truck drivers operating with non-domiciled licenses. In light of these events, both state authorities and the commercial trucking industry have become more alert to the potential risks these drivers may pose to others on the road.
The MEET operation reflects the industry’s effort to address this growing concern. With the appropriate legal authorization, it aims to ensure, through its own means, that all operations are carried out in accordance with established regulations.
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