In FY 2020 (ended September 30), "Inquiries Into Employment Record Not Kept in DQ File" was the 3rd most cited "critical" violation during DOT compliance audits/investigations. #s 1 and 2 were HOS and ELD-related violations. https://ai.fmcsa.dot.gov/SafetyProgram/spViolation.aspx?rpt=CViol