JAMES KARL RICHARD
AUTHORIZEDDBA: J K RICHARD TRUCKING
USDOT
555032
MC Number
324644
Fleet Size
1
Total Drivers
1
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: September 13, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
JAMES KARL RICHARD is a small interstate motor carrier based in OPELOUSAS, Louisiana, operating 1 power unit with 1 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 25.0% runs above the national average of 6.7%. The current imported FMCSA crash snapshot returned no matching crash rows for this carrier; this is not proof that no crash occurred. FMCSA records show 4 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.
BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.
Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Louisiana is 9.8% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.8% across 11,726 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
4
Total
57%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
PRIME INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jun 30, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is JAMES KARL RICHARD authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for JAMES KARL RICHARD (USDOT #555032) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is JAMES KARL RICHARD's safety record?
JAMES KARL RICHARD has 4 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot; the snapshot returned no matching crash rows. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does JAMES KARL RICHARD operate?
JAMES KARL RICHARD operates 1 power unit with 1 driver on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does JAMES KARL RICHARD transport hazardous materials?
No. JAMES KARL RICHARD does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is JAMES KARL RICHARD located?
JAMES KARL RICHARD is based in OPELOUSAS, Louisiana at 696 AUSTIN ROAD, 70570. Phone: (337) 351-7648.
What are JAMES KARL RICHARD's out-of-service rates?
JAMES KARL RICHARD's driver out-of-service rate is 25.0%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 66.7%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.