On a 1st offense, your commercial driver's license will be suspended for 1 year (3 years if hauling hazardous material) if:
  • You are found guilty of a 1st offense D.U.I. in either a private or a commercial vehicle, or
  • You refused a breath or blood test, or
  • You were driving a commercial vehicle with a .04 or higher breath test

A 2nd D.U.I., or a 2nd breath test refusal or a 2nd breath test reading of .04 in a commercial vehicle will disqualify your CDL for life. No exceptions.

To reinstate your CDL, you must:

  • Re-qualify
  • Submit a satisfactory alcohol/drug assessment and prove satisfactory commencement of any recommended classes and/or treatment
  • Pay a reinstatement fee

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