Did you know it's not just major offenses like driving under the influence that can disqualify a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) driver from driving for a period of time? Below we highlight some of the other driver disqualifications from 49 CFR 383.51
Other items that can disqualify a driver between 60-120 days include:
1. Speeding excessively (15 mph or more over speed limit)
2. Driving recklessly
3. Making improper or erratic traffic lane changes
4. Following the vehicle ahead to closely
5. Not following a traffic control arising in a fatal accident
6. Driving a CMV without obtaining a CLP or CDL
7. Driving a CMV without a CLP or CDL in the driver's possession
8. Driving a CMV without the proper class of CLP or CDL
and/or endorsements
9. Texting while driving or mobile phone use
10. Failure to stop at railroad crossing
And, violating a driver or vehicle out-of-service order while transporting hazardous materials can disqualify a driver for 180 days to 2 years for the first conviction.
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