DOT Long Form Help Neede

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  1. skeleton_king

    skeleton_king Bobtail Member

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    What's up, folks? May this reach you in good health and spirits.

    I recently obtained my 2 year DOT Med Card and CDL A Learner Permit.

    On my long form I noted that I occasionally drink alcohol and I had a substance abuse problem over 10 years. That said, the examiner cleared me because of the time gap and my having completed a rehabilation program.

    I also have a felony for selling drugs from over 15 years ago.

    I have spoken to the staff at the driving school I attend and some recruiters and they seem confident I can find a job.

    If an employer requests my DOT long form will I have issues with being hired considering what I mentioned above?

    Thanks, your help is appreciated!
     
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  3. JonJon78

    JonJon78 Road Train Member

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    Why did you feel the need to disclose this on a DOT physical? You shouldn't have.
     
  4. skeleton_king

    skeleton_king Bobtail Member

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    It's a federal form. Just being honest.
     
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  5. skeleton_king

    skeleton_king Bobtail Member

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    Not for 10 years. 10 years ago. If that matters.
     
  6. kemosabi49

    kemosabi49 Trucker Forum STAFF Staff Member

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    If you end up going to one of the megas, they will probably do another physical anyway. If they do don't disclose any info like that. That's just crazy.
     
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  7. skeleton_king

    skeleton_king Bobtail Member

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    Thanks for the input.

    I was under the impression that my medical records would be reviewed. So it made sense to be honest at the time.

    Assuming a copy of the long form is requested, won't HR see it during the hiring process?
     
  8. I glide 47

    I glide 47 Road Train Member

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    They Will make you take another with their doctor probably
     
  9. Chinatown

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    That's correct. Remember, in trucking, "good guys finish last."
     
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  10. Chinatown

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    Most companies don't care about a felony that old.
    As for felonies on a job application, answer the question honestly.
    "Have you had a felony within the last 10 years?"
    Answer, "No."
    and so on.
     
  11. Chinatown

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