Owi Question

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by Exit149b, Dec 4, 2023.

  1. Exit149b

    Exit149b Bobtail Member

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    I have a owi/refusal that is 1 year old now. My cdl a was suspended for 1 year. I have X endorsement along with an enhancement. I’m looking into the owner operator side, either semi or sprinter van. Can I become an owner operator with this?
     
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    Last Call Road Train Member

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    You better check and see if you can even afford or even get insurance that would be my 1’st concern
     
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    Judge Road Train Member

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    In Wisconsin, refusal to take a breathalyzer, whether you would have had a BAC of . 02 or . 12, could add to possible OWI charges, which could remain on your record for life.

    I’m sure other states now are as strict..
    Have to check your state.
     
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    I think the "refusal" will dog you for eternity.
     
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    Insurance rates will be really high. Bad driving record and a brand new O/O sends up too many red flags.
     
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    what is an "enhancement" to the X endorsement..??
     
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    wichris Road Train Member

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    Had a driver who refused in their personal vehicle. CDL was suspended even though there had been no court dates set.
     
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    Taking the sprinter path is the only way to go but that’s not trucking.
     
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