Bryan Commercial DWI Attorney

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 PeriodConviction
60 daysTwo 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 yearsRailroad-highway grade crossings
120 daysThree serious traffic within three years
One yearDrunk driving, commission of a felony, leaving the scene of an accident
Three yearsDrunk driving, commission of a felony while operating a commercial vehicle placarded for hazardous materials, leaving the scene of an accident
LifetimeUsing a motor vehicle in the commission of a felony

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