I really wanna be a driver but, DUI in late 15. Chances?

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  1. Cyoteugly

    Cyoteugly Bobtail Member

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    I was coming from a Christmas party in 2017 and caught a speeding ticket and a DUI on same stop... I plan on attending a 10 week course here in Montgomery, Alabama....before I get my hopes too high...what are my chances of a decent job starting out? Thanks for any advice.
     
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  3. TheRipper

    TheRipper Medium Load Member

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    I would say that your chances are extremely low. Many companies won't touch you for 10 years. The ones that would hire you after 3 years are going to want experience.

    Ask @Chinatown

    But my guess is this is going to be a problem.
     
  4. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    It'll be tough in the beginning. I recommend getting a cdl through the 10 week course and go from there.
    Eventually, it will work out, but may have to work a couple of "less than desirable" driving jobs in the beginning. At least this way you'll have some experience building up on your work history.
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    Tell us about the speeding ticket; was it 15 mph or more over? 15 mph and over is classified as "reckless driving."
    Here's from TransAm website:
    • No DUI convictions in the last two years
    • No more than two preventable accidents in the last 36 months
    • No reckless driving violations in the last 5 years
     
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  5. Cyoteugly

    Cyoteugly Bobtail Member

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    Recommend any less than desirable companies to seek out?
     
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    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    I'll dig through my notes, but in your case I recommend not contacting any companies until you have a cdl in hand with all the endorsements.
    Start a list of companies now, then you'll be ready to start applications when you graduate.
     
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    Cattleman84 Road Train Member

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    Listen to what @Chinatown recommends... He knows what hes talking about, I'm sure there are many guys out there that have made a sucessful career in trucking because Chinatown gave them good advise and helped them to find a company that would be accomidating to thier situations.
     
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    Cyoteugly Bobtail Member

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    @Chinatown it was just a speeding ticket no reckless driving.
     
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    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    OK, as long as the ticket wasn't 15 mph over or more.
    Trucking companies insurance considers that as reckless driving.
    If that's the case, looks like you're good to go with TransAm after the ticket is 24 mos. old.
    We'll find some more to add to your list.
     
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    May Trucking Company:
    • Must be at least 21 years old;
    • Must pass a required physical exam and are physically qualified to drive;
    • Must have passed and be issued a certificate of Driver's road test;
    • Must provide a list of any violations for which you have been convicted in the last 12 months;
    • Must not be disqualified to drive a CMV;
    • Must have a valid operator's license.
     
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