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Learner's Permit from 2 states?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by BeanDip, Jul 11, 2015.

  1. Jul 11, 2015 #1
    BeanDip

    BeanDip Medium Load Member

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    Because I overthink stuff, and like having a backup plan for my backup plan...

    I live in Michigan but I'll be attending Henderson's training in Caseyville, IL soon. Shortly after arriving, I'll have to get a Illinois learners permit (a Michigan one won't transfer).

    It's my understanding that there is a limited number of attempts in Illinois to pass the actual CDL test. Three maybe, I think. Now, I'd be surprised it I didn't pass the first time, and would be absolutely shocked if I failed after all 3.

    But.... If I do fail, is there any reason I can't come back to Michigan, rent a truck, and take the CDL test?

    What sort of ramifications would this scenario have in getting hired on with another OTR company?

    And I fully realize that if I can't pass after three attempts in Illinois, I might want to consider another line work.
     
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  3. Jul 11, 2015 #2
    ac120

    ac120 Road Train Member

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    1) Without a CDL you won't be able to rent a big truck (yeah, you can rent a box truck without a CDL); you have to test in the type of truck you hope to drive. You can't test in a box truck for a Class-A license.

    2) Check with Michigan DMV. Check with Illinois DMV. See what Henderson's says, but only rely on the DMV answers.

    3) Don't fail three times. Then find out how to transfer the Illinois CDL to Michigan.

    4) Once you have the CDL from your home state and everything else works out for you, your (new) employer won't ask how many attempts it took you to pass the exam.
     
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  4. Jul 11, 2015 #3
    Jake Brake

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    If you fail 3 times you are only required to wait 30 days to reschedule the test agin
     
    Jake Brake, Jul 11, 2015
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    BeanDip Thanks this.
  5. Jul 11, 2015 #4
    RustyBolt

    RustyBolt Road Train Member

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    My cousin went through CDL training with Maverick nearly ten years ago when they had their school (may still have it). He's from Ohio. The training was in Iowa. He never had an Iowa license that had to be transferred to Ohio. Maybe things have changed. But ya may want to check into that some more.
     
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