Following too close before CDL

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by VATEAM, Jul 15, 2014.

  1. VATEAM

    VATEAM Bobtail Member

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    We are getting ready to start our CDL class in August and have explained this situation to the school and they have said it will not be a problem for future employers. We are not too sure and would like to have a second opinion. Honey and I are planning to OTR drive once we get our permits.

    January of 2013 Honey was in an accident where he was following too close. Did damage in our personal vehicle and very little to the other driver Went to court and because of his excellent driving record judge sent him to driving school and he did receive a citation but it was dismissed because of the driving school. Does have +5 on driving record today. On his record it shows up only as "accident".

    We did not think about it as a problem because his driving record is so clean.

    Is this a problem for OTR? Will companies hire him?

    If we both proceed (I don't want to do OTR without him) how do we explain to companies?

    How long will it take for this to clear?

    Thanks,
    Honey and Lovie
     
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  3. 8thnote

    8thnote Road Train Member

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    It's not gonna be an issue if his record prior to this incident is as stellar as you claim.
     
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  4. double yellow

    double yellow Road Train Member

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    It will limit his options, but he'll still have no problem finding a job.
     
  5. fireman5523

    fireman5523 Light Load Member

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    What double yellow said. No biggie
     
  6. Clyde07

    Clyde07 Heavy Load Member

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    The biggest problem you're going to have is here on TTR. Maybe change your names to Bruno and Lovie.
     
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  7. tracyq144

    tracyq144 Heavy Load Member

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    Has Honey learned anything from the accident? Easier to stop a personal vehicle than a semi, by far.
     
  8. tracyq144

    tracyq144 Heavy Load Member

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    Oooh, say it ain't so, Joe! :biggrin_255:
     
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  9. Charli Girl

    Charli Girl Road Train Member

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    Why should they change per se?
     
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  10. Clyde07

    Clyde07 Heavy Load Member

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    They shouldn't. It was just a joke.
     
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  11. lagbrosdetmi

    lagbrosdetmi Box Monkey

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    Is this a trucking thread or a 3 hour tour?

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    Obscure reference over
     
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