Presentation of Persons (2003) Regulations

Marginal note:Free and secure trade program (FAST)

6.2 The Minister may issue an authorization that is recognized in both Canada and the United States to a commercial driver who operates or will be aboard a commercial highway conveyance to present themself at a land border crossing in an alternative manner described in subparagraph 11(d)(iii) at a designated customs office if the commercial driver

• (a) meets the requirements set out in paragraphs 6(a) to (e);

• (b) has their eligibility to obtain a dedicated commuter lane authorization from the United States Department of Homeland Security confirmed by that Department;

• (c) provides a copy of their fingerprints and consents in writing to their use by the Minister for the purposes of identifying the person and performing background and criminal record checks on them;

• (d) is 18 years of age or older; and

• (e) holds a valid driver’s licence.