What is a BOC-3 process agent?

A BOC-3 process agent is a designated person or entity that acts on behalf of a motor carrier to receive and forward legal paperwork.

The FMCSA has an in-depth description here.

Are BOC-3 process agents registered with the FMCSA?

BOC-3 process agents must first register with the FMCSA and then partner with motor carriers who are also registered with the FMCSA.

A motor carriers process agent files the BOC-3 form on behalf of the motor carrier, usually for an annual fee.

Many process agents offer additional services to motor carriers such as safety compliance training.

All motor carriers registered with the FMCSA for interstate commerce (including household goods carriers) are required to designate a process agent in each State which they operate.

BOC-3 Process Agents

Verify the current BOC-3 process agent for Moving America in your State here.

Our BOC-3 network provides the public with process agents in all fifty States.

Hiring a moving company that has dedicated BOC-3 process agents ensures compliance and provides another layer of protection for consumers.

AMSA describes a process agent as an “agent functions as a channel between you and the legal system and enables court actions to be served in the jurisdiction in which the event occurred…”

Read more about BOC-3 Process Agents here.