DUI Penalties On CDL Holder In Delaware
If you are someone who drives for a living in Delaware and possess a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) you stand to lose more than the average person should you be convicted of DUI or other traffic violations. For those owning a CDL your driving privileges are directly related to your ability to work and earn a living, support your family and pay your bills. As a CDL holder you are subject to slightly different and much more severe penalties than an individual with a regular drivers license. For instance, in Delaware your CDL license can be suspended even if you were pulled over for DUI while driving your personal vehicle.
If you are a CDL holder and have been charged with DUI you do not have to go through this alone. Retaining a skilled and experienced New Castle County DUI Lawyer will ensure that your rights are protected and you will get the most favorable outcome possible. Call Delaware DUI Defense Attorney Andrew Rahaim at 302-892-9200 or 302-832-1800. Or, email a Delaware DUI Defense Lawyer here. Mr. Rahaim has offices in Newark, Delaware and Wilmington, Delaware.
CDL Disqualifying Violations In Delaware
There are 4 classes of violations regarding a CDL. They are:
- Major Violations
- Serious Traffic Violations
- Violating Out Of Service Orders
- Railroad-Highway Grade Crossing Violations
There are various ways to commit violations in each of these classes. Each class carries with it its own set of penalties for first and subsequent offenses. A knowledgeable Newark Delaware Drunk Driving Defense Attorney can explain the penalties associated with your individual case.
Contact A CDL DUI Defense Lawyer In Delaware
If you possess a CDL and have been charged with a DUI in northern Delaware please contact Wilmington, DE Drunk Driving Defense Lawyer Andrew Rahaim to protect your rights and driving privileges. Mr. Rahaim will aggressively defend your rights in an effort to achieve the most favorable outcome possible and keep any negative legal, professional & financial consequences to a minimum. Please call Mr. Rahaim’s office at 302-892-9200 or 302-832-1800. Or you can click here to email a Delaware Drunk Driving Defense Attorney.
Mr. Rahaim proudly serves those accused of DUI throughout New Castle County Delaware. Within New Castle County he serves all cities, towns & suburbs in including, but no limited to, Wilmington, Newark, Bear, Delaware City, Glasgow, New Castle, Pike Creek, Hockessin, Middletown, Odessa and Townsend.
