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A Ticket Isn't Just a Ticket

For a regular driver, getting a ticket might just be an expensive inconvenience. For a professional truck driver, it can be a career-threatening event. When you simply pay for a ticket, you are admitting guilt, and it becomes a conviction on your permanent driving record. Before you ever face this situation, you need to understand what’s at stake.

It Impacts Your Company’s CSA Score

Your actions on the road are the single biggest factor contributing to your company’s Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) score. Violations from roadside inspections add points, and a high score can trigger audits and increased inspections for the entire fleet. Because your record directly impacts their record, a company may let you go to protect its safety rating.

It Puts Your Job at Risk

Many carriers have strict policies about driver violations. A single serious ticket could lead to termination or prevent you from getting hired in the first place. Companies check your Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)—even for tickets in your personal car—and your Pre-Employment Screening Program (PSP) report before hiring.

It Can Make You Uninsurable

A driver with a bad record costs a trucking company thousands more in insurance premiums. Sometimes, the insurance company will simply refuse to cover a risky driver. If a company can't insure you, they won't hire you.

The Real Costs Go Far Beyond the Fine

Simply paying a fine is one of the most career-damaging mistakes a professional driver can make. Consider the other costs:

Legal Fees: Hiring an attorney to properly fight a ticket can cost anywhere from $500 to over $2,500.
Lost Wages: Taking time off to appear in court could cost you $1,000 to $2,000 or more in missed loads and travel expenses. A hired attorney can usually appear on your behalf, allowing you to keep earning.

Why Choose Drivers Legal Plan?

Drivers Legal Plan is a national law firm offering an affordable monthly plan that provides you with experienced CDL ticket defense at set fees. We have handled over 400,000 cases since 1991, with lawyers who understand trucking and have experience in courts all across the country. You get peace of mind knowing you are protected without having to pay a large sum out-of-pocket if you ever get a ticket.

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