Defending Your Commercial Driver's License
You've worked hard to become a professional driver. You've taken the training courses and passed the knowledge and skills tests. You've obtained one of three types of commercial driver's licenses - Class A, B and C - each one conferring on you the privilege and ability to earn a livelihood driving certain commercial motor vehicles, from combination tractor-trailers to tankers and school buses.
Your ability to make a living as a professional driver depends on keeping your CDL in good standing. And there are many things that can put it at risk. I am Baltimore trial attorney Jim Crawford, and since 1992 I have handled thousands of cases, including defending my clients' commercial driver's licenses. If your CDL is on the line, contact me at 443-701-4525 or toll free at 866-635-0623 for a free consultation.
Your Baltimore, MD Commercial Drivers License Reinstatement Lawyer
The experience I've gained as a criminal defense attorney is directly applicable to defending commercial driver's licenses against temporary or permanent revocation. The standards for professional drivers might be higher than for ordinary drivers, but just because you're a professional driver doesn't mean that you should be disqualified.
For example, the legal blood-alcohol limit for ordinary drivers in Maryland is 0.08 percent, but professional drivers' CDLs can be suspended for 0.04 percent - or completely revoked for repeat DUI offenses. Even a refusal to submit to a breath or blood test will result in the same consequences to your CDL.
But your CDL can be suspended or revoked for a lot more than driving under the influence, including:
- Speeding
- Reckless driving
- Causing a serious accident
- Violating out-of-service orders
- Driving a type of vehicle that requires an endorsement (such as a school bus or HAZMAT tanker)
The overwhelming problem for professional drivers who are accused of CDL violations is that a commercial driver's license can be revoked for life. Even a temporary suspension will impact the driver's ability to run his or her business, earn an income, and stay employed.
Give Me a Call - Baltimore CDL Suspension & Revocation Help
Professional drivers, just like anyone else, deserve a fair hearing when facing accusations that threaten their livelihood. If your CDL is at risk, contact me at 443-701-4525 or toll free at 866-635-0623 for a free consultation to discuss your options.
