Class C Misdemeanor for drug paraphernalia - Can I get a trucking job?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by ShakeyJake, Aug 28, 2012.

  1. Gulf Coast Trucker

    Gulf Coast Trucker Light Load Member

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    As said before call companies first before signing up for schools. The schools will tell you it won't be a problem as they just want your $$$. Some companies will hire with speeding tickets in my recent orientation there was a guy that had a 12mph & 28mph over and was still hired. Also a lot f companies are starting to do hair test for drugs so if you are even an occasional user they will find out.
     
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  3. GMCTtrucks

    GMCTtrucks Bobtail Member

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    Sounds like your MVR won't pose an issue. Drug-related misdemeanors esp. w/in 5 yrs can make it tricky; most "megas" won't touch you for at least a few years, although you will likely come accross several that will pre-approve you. I'm sure there's plenty of smaller outfits that you could latch on with, but you typically need a CDL before talking to them.
     
  4. flood

    flood Road Train Member

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    on a background check it will show up and if you didn't tell them they will walk you right out the door
     
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  5. DirtyBob

    DirtyBob Road Train Member

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    From personal experience, doesn't really matter. The judge will say, "Mr. SoAndSo is on trial for possession, not use."
     
  6. Sam Hell

    Sam Hell Light Load Member

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    Agreed! 100% honesty with ANY company recruiter is the best policy! Good luck!
     
  7. M818

    M818 Light Load Member

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    officer: "What are all those marks on your arms"?
    db with g: "I got dizzy from low sugar, couldn't see well anyway due to my glaucoma, and fell in a rosebush".
    :yes2557:
     
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