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Although traffic violations are serious issues for all drivers, professional drivers (those with commercial driver’s licenses and other special driving privileges) have much more to lose. In Virginia, weight violations, speeding and reckless driving, and log violations can result not only in fines and other penalties, but they can also cost a commercial driver his or her job.
At the Law Offices of Mark T. Hurt, we understand that a commercial driver’s license (CDL) is more than just a driver’s license, it’s evidence that you are a professional driver and of adherence to the utmost standards of conduct on the road. If a CDL is required for a job, one minor incident (on or off the job) can have lasting effects on a professional record. With over thirty years of legal experience, we understand what it takes to get a CDL traffic violation reduced or dismissed, where possible, and how to provide a vigorous defense of clients after a charge has been issued, at trial, and before administrative hearings. When you hire our firm, our top priority is keeping your professional driving record clear for current and future employment.
If you are cited for speeding or reckless driving, an overweight violation, a logbook violation, or other citation in Virginia, call 276-623-0808 to schedule a complimentary consultation to learn how we may be able to protect your CDL and driving record so that your career and livelihood is not compromised. In addition to a free consultation, we also offer fixed fee representation for most cases, and we accept credit card payments.
If you were cited for speeding or reckless driving, DUI, exceeding weight limits, log violations, or other moving or nonmoving violations, it is vital to obtain representation from an attorney who understands the local laws and courts and how they can factor into the specifics of your case.
Attorney Mark Hurt is a Virginia native and Duke Law graduate with a local reputation for being a tenacious litigator who gets results. For over three decades, he has represented clients in local and Virginia trial and appellate courts, federal appeals court, and even the United States Supreme Court. If you receive a CDL citation, our experienced team can work with you to mitigate the consequences by pursuing a dismissal or a reduction in charges or other favorable outcome.
The following are just a few of the potential consequences that a traffic violation or conviction can have on a CDL:
It is well known that when confronting a serious traffic violation (including violating a federal trucking regulation, such as a weight or log book violation), hiring an experienced CDL lawyer is prudent, as experienced counsel can significantly increase a person’s chances for a better outcome compared to self-representation. If you are cited for a major or serious violation, there is too much on the line to gamble with the outcome by representing yourself. If you need legal assistance, we invite you to call our offices as soon as possible to schedule a free consultation so that we can immediately get to work in seeking to mitigate potential penalties.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (“FMCSA”) has regulatory oversight of establishing and enforcing many of the regulations governing commercial interstate carriers and drivers. In addition, states also have established commercial trucking regulations that apply to CDL holders, in addition to driving regulations that apply to all drivers (such as speeding and reckless driving). Commercial interstate drivers can be penalized for violating both FMCSA regulations and Virginia state commercial driving statutes, such as the following:
At the Law Offices of Mark T. Hurt, we take all traffic charges seriously. We know what is at stake.
We represent clients in both state and federal courts, and before administrative courts and judges. We are tenacious is seeking to obtain the best outcome for all clients – every time.
We invite you to contact our office for a free consultation, and to learn how we can help in seeking to prevent a conviction or the loss of (or an adverse impact upon) a CDL.
[1] See also Code of Virginia § 46.2-613.1.
“I got Mark to represent me for a traffic violation. Mark got my ticket removed so all I had to do was go to driving school. Driving school wasn’t fun, but even after the cost of hiring Mark and driving school I still saved hundreds of dollars between court fees and increased insurance rates. Hiring an attorney will benefit you and Mark is a top notch attorney and won’t charge you an arm and a leg like other attorneys.”
