NYS DMV Form DS-3. Article 19-A Annual Affidavit of Compliance

NYS DMV Form DS-3 is the Article 19-A Annual Affidavit of Compliance form. It is used by motor carriers in New York State to certify their compliance with Article 19-A, which governs the employment and qualification of bus drivers and other safety-sensitive positions in the transportation industry.

The form typically includes sections where the motor carrier provides information about their company, such as name, address, and USDOT number. It also requires the motor carrier to affirm their compliance with various requirements related to driver qualifications, training programs, recordkeeping, and drug and alcohol testing.

Important fields on this form include accurate company information, a comprehensive affirmation of compliance, and any supporting documentation required by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). By completing the form and submitting it annually, motor carriers demonstrate their commitment to adhering to the regulations outlined in Article 19-A.

Application Example: A motor carrier operating in New York State would use Form DS-3 to submit their annual affidavit of compliance with Article 19-A. They would complete the form accurately, provide the necessary supporting documentation, and submit it to the DMV to maintain their compliance status.

Related Forms: NYS DMV Form DS-3.1 provides instructions for completing the Article 19-A Annual Affidavit of Compliance, offering guidance on filling out the form correctly. NYS DMV Form DS-3.3 is the Article 19-A Motor Carrier Annual Statistical Report, which motor carriers may be required to submit along with the affidavit of compliance to provide additional statistical data.