If you own a Commercial Driver’s License and have been arrested and/or charged with DUI you might be concerned for the welfare of that CDL. Your concern is warranted.
The Statute that governs the CDL, and disqualification, is RCW 46.25.090: http://apps.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=46.25.090
A thorough read of the statute is necessary, however, here are a few key points:
DUI conviction: CDL disqualified for 1 year (1st); lifetime (2nd)
Refusal of BAC (due to DUI): CDL disqualified for 1 year (1st); lifetime (2nd)
Driving a Commercial Vehicle with Alcohol in System: CDL disqualified for 1 year (1st); lifetime (2nd)
Minor Driving After Consuming Alcohol: CDL disqualified for 1 year (1st); lifetime (2nd)
Hit and Run (attended or unattended): CDL disqualified for 1 year (1st); lifetime (2nd)
Reckless Driving with a prior Serious Traffic Violation: Not less than 60 days
Reckless Driving with 2 prior Serious Traffic Violations: Not less than 120 days
Clearly then, a “simple” DUI is not so simple when it comes to your CDL. Even an amendment from DUI to Reckless Driving may indeed disqualify your CDL for a period of time. You MUST consult with an attorney if you have a CDL and have been arrested for or charged with a DUI.
For information on your Washington State DUI please contact our Snohomish County DUI attorneys, Whatcom County DUI attorneys, King County DUI attorneys, Island County DUI attorneys, or Skagit County DUI attorneys at 425-493-1115 or check out our website at http://www.washdui.com
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