When/How can I dispose of my old log books?

If the employer keeps them all digital, I wonder if they will make a thumb drive of the logs on request. It wouldn't be that hard.

 

If the DOT logs were the basis for the reporting of miles on the IFTA return, the record retension period is 4 years from the date the return was filed or due, whichever was later.

 

Company driver, not a business, so point is moot.

Besides, what company would even consider using the logs. They are required to use accurate information and the log would not have that on it by state.

 

Most do not keep the file by driver on their digital maybe.

Scanners are cheap so not a big deal.

Makes it harder for the guys who on ELC or EOBR.

 

Oh Keep them. The times of your life. Treasure. I was in Fontana Nov, 18th. 1993 I use mine to prop up a table leg in my shop.

 

Keep them for at least three years if you take per diem on your tax return, longer if you are actually in business rather than a company driver (my accountant recommended 7 years for business records for multiple reasons, not all of them related to the IRS.

While you are at it, keep track of the miles you have driven over the years, as that bit of information has been asked for on applications along with the type of equipment and the states you have driven in. Your log books (as company driver) or IFTA filings for O/O can be used for this info source.