Have Arizona CDL; Moved to Utah; Do I have to renew?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by BobbyMisc65, Dec 13, 2013.

  1. BobbyMisc65

    BobbyMisc65 Light Load Member

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    I know I'll be making some phone calls, but I wanted to just put this out there to see what kind of responses I get. Like the title says I have my AZ CDL, moved to Utah about 1 year ago and I'm trying to continue my OTR training where I left off. The thing I'm curious about is:
    1. Is it mandatory that I get a Utah CDL or will my Arizona CDL still work - for training purposes?
    2. Can I drive a truck with a trainer; get my training done and then switch to a Utah DL?

    I'm assuming that if I go out; say tomorrow; and apply for a Utah CDL I'll most likely have to take the written again as well as the skills test? I can pass the written, but not so confident with the skills test, so wouldn't I have to go out and get my 240? hours or whatever it is anyway on my AZ CDL?

    Any feedback on these questions would be appreciated. Thanks.
     
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  3. sexysenior

    sexysenior Bobtail Member

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    .A training company will give you 30 days to get your Utah license. The logistics can be a nightmare to get you back home to do that and if they can't pull it off you will be on bus back to Utah. On your dime, from who knows where, so my advice is get it done before going to training. Also, if you have any issues going on in Arizona ya better clear them up before applying. You can't hide from #### with a CDL.
     
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  4. Snowshoes

    Snowshoes Heavy Load Member

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    This is a good question for a recruiter, When I worked for Andrus, they took a group from Saint George up to Cedar for some CDL issues, I cannot be 100% sure if it was something like the Hazmat written or if it was to start the transfer process, but I do know they were working with people from all over the west, Utah, California, Colorado, and Oregon.
     
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  5. BobbyMisc65

    BobbyMisc65 Light Load Member

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    That would be a real pain! So no matter what I'll need to get the AZ transferred to UT right?
    And you're right I should have all my ducks in a row with my DL before training, especially OTR - I could end up anywhere!:biggrin_2552:
     
  6. MidwestResident

    MidwestResident Road Train Member

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    Best suggestion that I can think of is to go ahead and get the Utah drivers license, along with any permits or endorsements that you will need "down the road".

    Also, get all your other affairs, bills, and statements transferred over to your new Utah address. Don't forget to register to vote, come election time, you can either go straight to the polls or send in an absentee ballot.

    God bless every American and their families! God bless the U.S.A.!
     
  7. BobbyMisc65

    BobbyMisc65 Light Load Member

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    Okay, I think I'll give them a call; who knows right? Thanks.
     
  8. GYPSY65

    GYPSY65 Road Train Member

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    Maybe I am missing something????
    If you move you need to transfer your DL usually with in the first 30 days, again maybe I misread something
    If you go to the DMV don't tell them you moved a year ago, tell them you just moved last week???/
     
  9. BobbyMisc65

    BobbyMisc65 Light Load Member

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    Uhhh, yeah... hate to admit it but I had no idea I was required to get it (my CDL) changed from one state to another, actually just didn't know or think about it until I started working on getting back into the trucking thing. Getting all that fixed right now in fact; fees; penalties; ugghh!
    To clarify my question; I guess I'm just trying to get it straight in my head the easiest way to go about training (refresher); OTR training; DMV (CDL renewal); Employment... not in that order. Not sure what Utah DMV is going to do to me!
     
  10. Dakota1358

    Dakota1358 Medium Load Member

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    [h=4]http://publicsafety.utah.gov/dld/dlfaq.html#6

    How long do I have to switch my license from another state?[/h] Utah law does not have a grace period in which to change an out-of-state driver license to a Utah license. It simply requires a resident to have a valid Utah driver license, when driving in Utah. A person is considered a Utah resident if the person establishes a domicile here, remains here longer than six months, engages in other than seasonal employment; or obtains Utah privileges not ordinarily afforded nonresidents, such as obtaining a driver license, vehicle registration, or placing children in a Utah school etc.
    Resident does not include temporary employment, military or religious assignments; or out-of-state students (paying out-of-state tuition.)
     
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  11. coastie

    coastie Road Train Member

    By Law you have 20 days to change you CDL. once you move. I did come close getting a ticket once for not changing my address on my CDLs even though I was still in the moving process. Lucky he just gave me a warning
     
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