Commercial Driver's License Violations in Phoenix
Need a lawyer for your CDL violation case in Arizona?
The Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Program puts requirements and regulations on commercial drivers. This type of license is regulated federally in the United States. If a driver is found in violation of any provisions for the commercial drivers, they could be facing penalties for the traffic violation along with further consequences to their CDL. This license allows drivers to operate commercial vehicles, but also comes with many responsibilities. The vehicles that require this special license to operate include:
- A truck with either a double or triple trailer
- A truck that has a tank
- A truck that carries any type of hazardous material
- Any passenger vehicle
If you have a CDL and police arrested you for allegedly violating one of these regulations, you face serious consequences. Pursue aggressive representation from a Phoenix CDL violation lawyer at MayesTelles PLLC.
We have years of experience defending individuals in their traffic violation cases and we can help you in your CDL violation case as well.
Types of Violations of the CDL Program
There are countless regulations in the CDL program, which means there are numerous ways to violate the provisions of this license. The violations are often categorized by major offenses and then serious offenses. Some of more serious, or major, violations include:
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Fleeing the scene of an accident
- Committing a felony while using the vehicle to do so
- Driving a Commercial Motor Vehicle on a revoked or suspended CDL
- Negligently operating a Commercial Motor Vehicle leading to a fatality
Some of the less severe, but still serious violations we have seen include excessive speeding, reckless driving, tailgating or breaking the traffic laws of the state. Driving one of the Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMV) without having a license to do so is one of the most common violations. You can be facing a CDL violation if you commit just about any civil or criminal traffic violation while in a commercial vehicle. In addition, maintaining a false or inaccurate logbook, driving an overweight vehicle and driving over your permitted hours can lead to violations with serious penalties.
Penalties for CDL Violations
The penalties for any traffic violations in Arizona are serious, but can be even more severe if done by a commercial driver in a CMV. Commercial driver penalties can involve any of the following:
- Large fines
- Increased insurance rates
- Possible jail time depending on the violation
- Loss of employment
- Suspension or revocation of your Commercial Driver's License
- Points on your driver's license depending on the state
Oftentimes, driving commercial vehicles is an individual's job, so losing their license or having restrictions can directly affect their employment. There is a lot at stake when arrested for a CDL violation in Arizona. You need to team up with an experienced CDL violation lawyer in Phoenix who is familiar with these types of cases.
Contact MayesTelles PLLC for Help with Your CDL Violation Case
We understand that your Commercial Driver's License may be your livelihood and we are aware of the severity of the situation when facing a violation. Even one ticket can have a serious impact on your employment and ability to drive a CMV in the state of Arizona. We want to help you fight against your violation and protect your CDL. Contact a Phoenix CDL defense lawyer from MayesTelles PLLC for help in your CDL violation case right away.
We proudly offer a free case evaluation so do not hesitate to call our firm now for the aggressive representation that you need.
We've Won Thousands of Cases
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Charges Reduced to Reckless Driving
Client R.C. was stopped by Mesa Police for a civil traffic violation and later charged with DUI, Extreme DUI, and Super Extreme DUI in a justice court. During the course of their representation, MayesTelles attorneys discovered important inconsistencies in the police reports. When we presented these issues to the State, the prosecutor’s office agreed to drop all DUI charges.
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Fatal Commercial Vehicle Accident
MayesTelles Client A.F. and her husband tragically lost their unborn child as a result of the negligence of an individual operating a commercial vehicle in Yuma, Arizona. After substantial investigation including accident reconstruction and filing a lawsuit, the insurance company paid out the policy limits of $1,000,000.00.
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4 Counts of Aggravated DUI Dismissed
Client M.W. was charged with 4 counts of Aggravated DUI in the Maricopa County Superior Court in July 2016 for allegedly riding a motorized bicycle under the influence. The attorneys at MayesTelles demanded that the State include certain materials in their presentation to the grand jury, resulting in the grand jury refusing to indict and the case being dismissed.
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Client Charged with DUI
Client, GS, charged with DUI - sentence was reduced to reckless driving.
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Client Facing Assault Felony
M.L. was charged with 1 count of Aggravated Assault, a class 3 dangerous felony. She plead guilty to Aggravated Assault, a class 6 undesignated felony, with a stipulation to 3 months of initial jail. She received credit for 32 days and the rest of the jail time was deferred. She was placed on 3 years of supervised probation. She has the opportunity to designate the offense a misdemeanor after successfully completing probation. Location: Maricopa County Superior Court
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Client Charged with DUI
Our client, A.R, was charged with 1 count of DUI and 1 count of Failure to Control Speed to Avoid a Collision. During extensive pre-trial investigation, it was discovered that the police made many errors in how they handled the case. We were able to get the client's charges reduced to reckless driving. Location: Glendale City Court
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Client Charged with Four Felony Counts
Our client, Ms. D., was charged with two counts of forgery - a class 4 Felony as well as theft - a class 2 Felony and also fraudulent schemes and artifices - a class 2 Felony. We were able to get her conviction reduced to a class 6 undesignated felony with the opportunity to reduce further to a misdemeanor. Location: Maricopa County Superior Court
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Client Charged with Trespass & Assault
Our client, T.C., was charged in Maricopa County Superior Court on July 8, 2015 with 1 count of Criminal Trespass, a class 6 felony, and 1 count Assault, a class 2 Misdemeanor. On September 9, 2015, after an 8-day jury trial, our client was found not guilty on both charges. Location: Maricopa County Superior Court
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Client Charged with Shoplifting
Our client, Ms. H., was charged with shoplifting - a class 1 misdemeanor. We were able to get her conviction set aside. Location: Phoenix Municipal Court
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Client Faced 5 Felony Sex Offenses
Our client, Mr. C., was charged with five counts of felony sex offenses, including two counts of Sex Conduct with a Minor and three counts of Molestation of a Child. We were able to get the case dismissed upon a successful Motion to Dismiss. Location: Maricopa County Superior Court
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Client Charged with Disorderly Conduct
Our client, K.F., was charged with Disorderly Conduct, a class 1 misdemeanor. We were able to get this client's case dismissed. Location: Tempe Municipal Court
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Client Facing Multiple Criminal Charges
Our client, L.S., was charged on October 20, 2014 in Mesa for an assault, disorderly conduct, and criminal damage. MayesTelles PLLC was able to get those charges dismissed.
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Client Facing Multiple Domestic Violence Offenses
Our client, Ms. C., was facing charges of assault / domestic violence (class 1 misdemeanor), disorderly conduct / domestic violence (class 1 misdemeanor), and criminal damage / domestic violence (class 1 misdemeanor). We were able to get our client's case dismissed. Location: Mesa Municipal Court
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Charged with Assault & Failure to Appear
Our client, L.S., was charged in Phoenix on December 27, 2014 for assault and failure to appear. After completing diversion, our client's case was dismissed.
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Multiple Felony Theft Offenses
Our client, Mr. C., was charged with Theft of Means of Transportation (Class 3 Felony) and Trafficking in Stolen Property (Class 3 Felony). Both class 3 felonies have a possible sentencing range of 2 - 8.75 years in prison. We were able to get our client's charge reduced to a Class 1 Misdemeanor with no jail time. Location: Maricopa County Superior Court