A DWI charge is serious for anyone, but for a commercial driver, it can threaten your license, your job, and your future income. If you hold a CDL, you need a defense strategy that focuses not only on the criminal case, but also on protecting your ability to drive for work.
At The Seiler Law Firm, we defend CDL holders facing DWI charges in Montgomery County and surrounding Texas courts. Whether you were driving a commercial vehicle or your personal vehicle, a DWI arrest can create major consequences for your commercial license.
Why CDL DWI Cases Are Different
Commercial drivers are held to stricter standards than regular drivers. A DWI conviction or administrative license suspension can lead to CDL disqualification, even if the arrest happened while driving your personal vehicle.
A CDL DWI case may involve:
- Loss or suspension of your commercial driving privileges
- Job loss or inability to work in your field
- Higher insurance and employment barriers
- Criminal penalties, fines, probation, or jail exposure
- Long-term damage to your driving record
CDL DWI Penalties in Texas
For CDL holders, the consequences can be especially severe. A first DWI can result in a disqualification from operating a commercial motor vehicle. A second major offense may lead to a lifetime CDL disqualification.
That is why it is critical to act quickly after an arrest. You may have a limited time to request an ALR hearing to fight the license suspension.
Defending CDL Drivers After a DWI Arrest
Every CDL DWI case should be carefully reviewed for weaknesses in the stop, investigation, arrest, and testing process. Possible defense issues may include:
- Was there legal reason to stop the vehicle?
- Were field sobriety tests performed correctly?
- Was the breath or blood test reliable?
- Were your rights violated?
- Did the officer follow proper procedures?
- Was the traffic stop based on poor assumptions or weak evidence?
Protect Your Career and Your License
Your CDL is more than a license — it is your livelihood. Before you plead guilty or assume nothing can be done, speak with an attorney who understands how much is at stake.
Call The Seiler Law Firm today at 281-419-7770 for a case evaluation.
