How many tickets can you get with a cdl

The defense attorneys at The Davis Law Group, P.C. represent CDL holders and trucking companies facing Illinois traffic tickets. Drivers holding a commercial driver’s license are subject to more severe driver's license consequences than regular driver's license holders. Because traffic tickets issued to CDL holders must be handled delicately, hiring a qualified Illinois CDL traffic ticket attorney is strongly recommended.

Mailing in payment for your traffic citation or requesting traffic school can be a costly mistake, as it will typically result in the entry of a conviction on your driving record. Convictions on certain driving offenses can jeopardize insurance rates, employment, and your CDL privileges, resulting in temporary or even permanent disqualification or suspension.

While a sentence of court supervision may be a favorable sentence for an average driver in Illinois, it is not acceptable for a CDL holder. For most traffic violations, the Illinois Secretary of State will treat a sentence of court supervision as if it were a conviction. In other words, court supervision will not necessarily prevent the disqualification or suspension of your CDL. In fact, court supervision will not prevent the ticket from appearing on your public driving record even if you were in your personal vehicle at the time of the offense.

Under Illinois law, a CDL driver is disqualified from operating a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) if while driving a CMV they either commit two “serious traffic violations” within a three-year period or commit three such violations within a three-year period.

A driver is disqualified from operating a CMV if while driving a non-CMV they either commit two serious traffic violations within a three-year period or commit three such violations within a three-year period IF the convictions would result in the suspension or revocation of the CDL holder’s non-CMV privileges. Two serious violations within three years will lead to a minimum two-month disqualification while three violations within the same period will result in a minimum four-month disqualification. If you are in this situation, don't hesitate to contact our Illinois CDL traffic ticket lawyers for assistance.

Serious traffic violations include speeding 15 mph or more over the posted limit, reckless driving, various lane change violations (i.e. improper lane usage and improper passing), texting while driving/using a cell phone while operating a commercial motor vehicle, and following too closely.

Major disqualifying offenses include DUI or the refusal to submit to a breath-alcohol test in either a CMV or non-commercial vehicle, driving a CMV with a BAC of .04 or more, leaving the scene of an accident in any vehicle, and driving a CMV with a revoked or canceled CDL, or while otherwise disqualified from driving a CMV. In fact, a second conviction of a major disqualifying offense will result in a lifetime CDL disqualification.

Our CDL defense attorneys also represent commercial drivers attempting to clear traffic offenses from their record. While minor traffic offenses do not qualify for expungement or sealing, there may be other options. Filing a motion and attempting to vacate prior convictions and supervisions may be possible depending on a variety of factors including the age of the ticket, nature of offense, courthouse where the ticket is assigned and whether you previously appeared in court on the violation. Our office can review your MVR and provide guidance on your available options.

The defense attorneys at The Davis Law Group, P.C. represent commercial truck drivers and trucking companies from across the country on a wide variety of traffic violations throughout Illinois and Chicago including Cook County, Lake County, DuPage County, Kane County, McHenry County and Will County.

From DUI charges to overweight truck violations, we understand the constantly changing landscape of Illinois law and our office will aggressively defend your driver's license and record. Oftentimes, we will work to secure an amendment or reduction to the original traffic ticket or take your case to trial where appropriate. Regardless of the circumstances, it is extremely important for CDL drivers to consult with an experienced traffic ticket attorney for assistance.

Our dedicated and professional traffic attorneys are ready to help. We understand that you spend a lot of time on the road, so the majority of consultations can be done right over the phone. We also have offices in northern Cook County, the City of Chicago as well as Lake County. Feel free to submit your information through our website or call us today at (847) 390-8500 to discuss your case. Contact us today so we can put our vast experience to work for you.

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