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If you hold a CDL and were charged with Commercial DWI or drunk driving in Central Texas, it is imperative to obtain legal representation from a qualified criminal defense lawyer to avoid giving up your commercial license.
At Shane Phelps Law, we are experienced in fighting a wide variety of DWI cases. With more than three decades of experience, our Bryan & College Station commercial 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.
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TEXAS CDL DWI LAWS
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.
CDL Suspensions
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:
Disqualification Period | Conviction |
60 days | Two serious traffic offenses – such as reckless driving, excessive speeding, tailgating, and improper lane changes – within three years |
60 days for first offense, 120 days for second offense within three years, at least one year for third offense within three years | Railroad-highway grade crossings |
120 days | Three serious traffic within three years |
One year | Drunk driving, commission of a felony, leaving the scene of an accident |
Three years | Drunk driving, commission of a felony while operating a commercial vehicle placarded for hazardous materials, leaving the scene of an accident |
Lifetime | Using a motor vehicle in the commission of a felony |
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