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Do I have to change my license when I change companys out of state?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Magic, Oct 12, 2010.

  1. Oct 12, 2010 #1
    Magic

    Magic Bobtail Member

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    I just recently graduated from cdl school in FL, and I want to work for a trucking company in WI. That co. tells me I have to change my license to their state. If this is true, why? :biggrin_2556:
     
    Magic, Oct 12, 2010
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  3. Oct 12, 2010 #2
    MassHole

    MassHole Medium Load Member

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    Dont see why you would have to.never heard of such a thing
     
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  4. Oct 12, 2010 #3
    Markk9

    Markk9 "On your mark"

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    Your CDL is for the state you live in. It must have your current address on it.

    Mark
     
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  5. Oct 12, 2010 #4
    Magic

    Magic Bobtail Member

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    So is it common that most truckers reside in one state but work for a company in another state?
     
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  7. Oct 12, 2010 #5
    Markk9

    Markk9 "On your mark"

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    Yes, First company I worked for was in WI and I live in PA.

    Mark
     
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  8. Oct 12, 2010 #6
    Injun

    Injun Road Train Member

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    Some companies do this for insurance and tax reasons. Usually it's a smaller compaany, although even larger companies have hiring areas.
     
    Injun, Oct 12, 2010
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  9. Oct 12, 2010 #7
    Magic

    Magic Bobtail Member

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    Thank you, that's a relief. Just can't figure why they said that to me.
     
    Magic, Oct 12, 2010
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  10. Oct 12, 2010 #8
    MassHole

    MassHole Medium Load Member

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    Doesn't hurt to ask them why and see what they say
     
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  11. Oct 12, 2010 #9
    Allow Me.

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    Your drivers license MUST be from the state you reside in. I've heard some companies require you to get your learners permit from the state you are being trained in, then after you get your CDL from that state, you then switch it back to your home state.
     
    Allow Me., Oct 12, 2010
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