Aggressive Representation for Commercial Drivers
Protecting Commercial Licenses and Work Permits in San Dimas, California
For commercial drivers, being convicted of a DUI does not only mean dealing with tough criminal penalties, it also strongly affects their livelihood and their careers. Commercial drivers can lose their commercial license, their motor carrier permit and their regular driver's license, in addition to increased insurance raters and other consequences.
Commercial drivers also face a higher standard than regular drivers. A commercial driver DUI can be assessed if the driver is found with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of over .05, as opposed to .08 for noncommercial drivers. Additionally, a commercial driver found with a BAC of over .01 while driving his or her commercial vehicle can also be convicted of a DUI.
Do not let a DUI conviction derail your career and your life. The Law Offices of Paul E. Antill can defend your rights in commercial driver DUIs, protect your driver’s license and aggressively pursue your best interests.
Contact us right away if you are a commercial driver and have been charged with a DUI.
Criminal Penalties for Commercial Driver DUIs
Commercial drivers who are convicted of a DUI can face strict criminal penalties, including:
- Jail time
- Revocation of driver's license for one year or more
- Points assessed to the driving record
- Revocation or suspension of CDL or other commercial licenses
- Fines and additional criminal penalties, including probation
- Alcohol assessment class
There are defenses for commercial drivers accused of DUI. Since the minimum level of BAC is much lower than the level for regular drivers, there is a much larger margin for error in blood testing that can have significant impact on the results. Our firm also makes sure that any arrest or sobriety test is administered correctly and fairly.
Even in cases where an acquittal may not be possible, an experienced lawyer may be able to get the charges reduced, which could let you keep your license and continue to earn a living as commercial driver.
Contact Us
Contact the Law Offices of Paul E. Antill in San Dimas, California, and get started with your DUI defense. Call 1.888.LAW.5255 (888.529.5255). We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express.
