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*THP
Dial *THP (*847) in the event of an emergency to connect to the Tennessee Highway Patrol. More safety tips available at the Department of Safety's Road Safety Tips page.
Enforcement
ACES
Alternative Commercial Enforcement Strategies
The A.C.E.S. program was formed by the Department of Safety to educate safety directors, maintenance professionals and drivers in the necessary compliance with laws and regulations. Visit page.
New Entrant
New Entrant Program
The Tennessee Department of Safety provides information about and contact information for the New Entrant Program. Visit page.
Pupil Transportation
Safety, Training and Bus Inspections
The Tennessee Department of Safety & Tennessee Highway Patrol's Pupil Transportation Section ensures that school children throughout the state are transported safely to and from school. Visit site.
Homemade Trailers
Homemade Trailer Inspection and Permit Application
The Tennessee Department of Safety provides links to and information about homemade trailers or trailers without a VIN. Visit page.
CVE Administration
Commercial Vehicle Enforcement (CVE) Administration
The Tennessee Highway Patrol Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division operates five commercial vehicle inspection sites throughout the state. Other major commercial vehicle enforcement activities include inspecting commercial vehicles and driver logs, patrolling highways with a focus on truck traffic violations, and weighing the commercial vehicles both at Interstate Inspection Stations and with portable scales along the highway. Visit page.