Deadlines, delivery dates, timetables — they’re a daily reality for commercial drivers. Even the most punctual operators can find themselves up against the clock. Weather, traffic, and plain old bad luck can leave you crunched for time. In those moments, it’s easy to give in to that urge to speed. What some commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders may not understand is that they have far more at stake than a speeding fine. THAT DEADLINE ISN’T WORTH SPEEDING FOR CDL Holders Pay More Than Money
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SUSPENSION California’s point-based Negligent Operator Treatment System (NOTS) is harsher on CDL holders than civilian drivers. It’s 50 percent more harsh, to be exact. For example, a violation that would cost someone two NOTS points in a private vehicle would cost you three. At that point, you’re one violation away from having your license suspended. And that may only be the beginning of your problems. DISQUALIFICATION The state of California treats commercial vehicles speeding over 15 mph as a serious violation. As such, two violations within three years results in a 60-day disqualification from commercial driving. A third violation will result in a 120-day disqualification. That’s a lot of missed work, and you may have further complications with your employer. UNEMPLOYMENT The Employer Pull Notice (EPN) program allows employers to track the driving records of their employees. If you are enrolled in an EPN program, your employer will automatically receive a pull notice if you are convicted of a serious speeding violation. Such a violation will remain on your record, which will be visible to future employers. From a suspended license to the possibility of unemployment, there are plenty of reasons for CDL holders to resist the urge to speed. If you do find yourself charged with such a violation, your best option is to seek legal representation. An experienced Central Valley traffic ticket attorney can help you understand the ins and outs of traffic law and will work to improve the final outcome of your case.
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