Which vehicle you were driving
The vehicle being driven and the license or endorsement involved can affect the DMV consequences.
Commercial Driver Tickets
Traffic Ticket Defense for Commercial Drivers
A traffic ticket can affect your commercial driver’s license (CDL) and your job. We review the ticket with those added concerns in mind.
Start with your name, phone, email, and ticket. No written explanation needed.
What to do now
Send your ticket first. Save any other information you already have for the follow-up call.
- 1Send your ticket with your name, phone, and email. Nothing else is needed for the upload.
- 2During the follow-up call, tell us your license class and whether you were driving a commercial vehicle.
- 3Check employer reporting requirements and deadlines.
- 4Gather your current driving record if available.
What matters in your case
Employer and safety rules
A conviction may matter to current work, hiring, insurance, or qualification even when the fine seems manageable.
Your driving history
The new allegation should be reviewed together with prior convictions, collisions, and any pending DMV action.
Common questions
Do commercial drivers receive higher point counts?
California DMV says certain convictions occurring in vehicles requiring a Class A or B license, certificate, or endorsement can receive increased point values. The exact rule depends on the driver and vehicle.
Can I use traffic school to protect a commercial license?
Commercial drivers cannot use traffic school for a violation committed in a commercial vehicle. An eligible ticket from a noncommercial vehicle may qualify, but the conviction is not kept confidential in the same way. Ask about both eligibility and the effect on your record before enrolling.
Should I tell my employer immediately?
Follow lawful employer and licensing reporting duties. Because timing and rules vary, ask promptly if you are unsure.
Send us your ticket.
Send a photo or PDF with your contact details. We’ll call to discuss your ticket and our fees.