Commercial DWI Attorney in Houston
DWI Charges for Commercial Drivers
If you rely on a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) for your livelihood, it is important to understand the specific laws and penalties concerning DWI charges. Your CDL can be suspended for an entire year if the following applies to you:
- You are convicted of driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- You have a BAC of .04% or more while driving a commercial vehicle.
- You have a BAC of .08% or more while driving a personal vehicle.
If you were operating a commercial vehicle containing hazardous materials and any of the above factors apply to you, you could lose your CDL for 3 years. Should you have a 2nd DWI conviction, you will lose your CDL for life. After 10 years, you may apply for reinstatement of your CDL. A
Houston DWI attorney can advise you on the best course of action in defending a DWI charge.
Protecting Commercial Driver's License Holders in Houston
Many commercial drivers do not realize that even though they are driving a personal vehicle, they can have their CDL suspended if they are charged with a DWI. Other DWI penalties also apply. Due to the fact that having a CDL is so important to your future livelihood, it is of great importance to retain the services of an experienced DWI lawyer.
We, at Stradley, Chernoff & Alford, are qualified to defend you against a DWI charge to help protect you and your family's future. Our partners are board certified in criminal law and our experience may be able to assist you in preventing your license from being suspended.
Contact a Houston commercial DWI lawyer
for assistance in defending against a DWI charge that could adversely affect your future.
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