Commercial DWI in Texas
Get Experienced Legal Counsel from Our College Station DWI Attorney
If you hold a CDL and were charged with Commercial
DWI or drunk driving in Bryan or College Station, TX, it is imperative to
obtain legal representation from a qualified criminal defense lawyer to
avoid giving up your commercial license. At
The Law Office of Shane Phelps, P.C., we are experienced in fighting a wide variety of DWI cases. With more
than three decades of experience, our College Station DWI lawyer has a
thorough understanding of Texas and federal commercial driving laws to
help you navigate through the complexities of the legal system and the
courtroom.
CDL Suspensions
Individuals who hold commercial driver’s licenses and operate commercial
vehicles are held to a higher legal standard because of the size of their
vehicles and their cargo, whether it is people or materials. For example,
a person who has a CDL and has a BAC of 0.04% or more in Texas is legally
considered a drunk driver and may be arrested for a DWI.
If a commercial driver commits a serious violation, his or her CDL may
be suspended for a certain period of time, depending on the severity of
the violation. Not having your CDL can make it difficult to earn a living
and pay your bills since your job requires you to have authorization to
operating a commercial vehicle.
The following are the disqualification periods and the associated criminal charges:
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Disqualification Period
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Conviction
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60 days
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Two serious traffic offenses – such as reckless driving, excessive
speeding, tailgating, and improper lane changes – within three years
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60 days for first offense, 120 days for second offense within three years,
at least one year for third offense within three years
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Railroad-highway grade crossings
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120 days
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Three serious traffic within three years
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One year
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Drunk driving, commission of a felony, leaving the scene of an accident
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Three years
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Drunk driving, commission of a felony while operating a commercial vehicle
placarded for hazardous materials, leaving the scene of an accident
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Lifetime
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Using a motor vehicle in the commission of a felony
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Our College Station DWI attorney can review all of the facts and use his
knowledge of Texas DWI law and criminal procedure to protect your rights,
reputation, and freedom. Do not risk losing your career without experienced
and skilled legal assistance.
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