New York CDL
Ticket Lawyer

Commercial drivers receive many of the same tickets as other motorists, but the consequences may differ. Gina handles speeding, cellphone, and other traffic matters involving CDL holders, along with DWI and criminal traffic charges.

The review starts with the law listed on your ticket and the facts behind the accusation.

CDL Speeding Tickets

The alleged speed can make a major difference. Speeding 15 mph or more over the limit is classified as a serious traffic violation under federal CDL rules. Whether it leads to disqualification depends on the applicable rules, your prior record, and the vehicle involved.

Gina examines the alleged speed, posted limit, officer’s account, and available evidence. Bring every ticket from the stop, along with information about earlier violations.

Learn about New York speeding-ticket defense.

Cellphone and Texting Tickets

Commercial drivers face state and federal rules on phone use. Certain cellphone or texting convictions while driving a commercial motor vehicle can count as serious traffic violations. A temporary stop at a red light or in traffic does not necessarily take the conduct outside those rules.

What you were doing, what the officer could see, and the exact charge all matter. Gina reviews the accusation and available evidence before explaining your options.

Read about cellphone-ticket defense.

DWI, Drugged Driving, and Test Refusal

Driving a commercial motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.04% or higher can trigger serious CDL consequences. That threshold concerns commercial-vehicle operation. Alcohol or drug offenses in a personal car can also affect your CDL under other rules.

A refusal allegation needs its own review. Gina examines the traffic stop, testing, warnings, video, and driving history. Some matters involve both a court case and a separate license proceeding.

Explore New York DWI defense and DMV hearing representation.

A citation is an accusation. Its consequences depend on what happens in the case and the rules that apply to your license. Gina reviews both the immediate charge and the effect a conviction could have on your ability to work.

Fines, Fees, and Lost Income

Costs may include a fine, surcharges, DMV assessments, and higher insurance premiums. Time away from work can add to the burden.

Ask about the full effect of a proposed resolution. A smaller fine does not always mean a better result for a CDL holder. The final offense and its license consequences matter too.

CDL Disqualification, Suspension, and Revocation

Disqualification bars commercial driving. A suspension or revocation can affect broader driving privileges. A point total alone does not show every CDL risk.

For qualifying serious violations involving a commercial motor vehicle, two convictions from separate incidents within the applicable three-year period can lead to at least 60 days of disqualification. Three can mean at least 120 days. These rules do not apply to every ticket.

Certain major offenses can trigger a year or more of disqualification after a first offense. Gina checks the charges, dates, vehicle type, prior record, and any special rules before explaining your exposure.

See the federal CDL disqualification rules.

Your Job and Employer Reporting Duties

A conviction may affect your driving assignment, insurance eligibility, or future work. Employers can have their own reporting policies in addition to legal requirements.

Federal rules generally require notice to your employer within 30 days of a traffic conviction, except parking violations. Notice of a suspension, revocation, cancellation, or disqualification is generally due by the end of the next business day after you receive notice. Company rules may require earlier reporting.

Tell Gina about any employer deadline so it can be considered alongside your case.