{"id":31226,"date":"2024-06-12T08:00:50","date_gmt":"2024-06-12T12:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rhinolawyers.com\/?p=31226"},"modified":"2026-05-27T16:36:37","modified_gmt":"2026-05-27T16:36:37","slug":"common-traffic-violations-for-cdl-holders","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www2.rhinolawyers.com\/es\/common-traffic-violations-for-cdl-holders\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Traffic Violations for CDL Holders"},"content":{"rendered":"
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In Florida, CDL holders can earn more than $70,000 per year<\/a> driving a semi-truck. Unlike other drivers on the road, your license helps you feed yourself and your family, making it crucial to uphold a squeaky-clean driving record.<\/p>\n

However, did you know that even the most minor traffic violations can result in you losing your license? And the more tickets you rack up, the longer it will take to get your CDL back.<\/p>\n

That’s why it’s crucial to understand the most common traffic tickets CDL\u00a0drivers face and why you should always call a lawyer to prevent adding a conviction to your record. Read on to learn more.<\/p>\n

Speeding<\/h2>\n

Speeding tickets<\/a>\u00a0may not be a big deal if you are in a regular vehicle. But when you are towing a lot of weight, your commercial vehicle needs more time to slow down and come to a safe stop.<\/p>\n

Failure to comply with the posted speed limit can earn you fines or even get your CDL taken away. Traveling more than 15 miles per hour over the speed limit can increase the penalties or even earn you a reckless driving conviction.<\/p>\n

Reckless Driving<\/h2>\n

Reckless driving includes traffic violations like ignoring posted traffic signs and laws or driving aggressively. The penalties are higher for CDL holders since commercial vehicles are known to cause more damage on the road.<\/p>\n

Fines and CDL suspensions are all possible consequences. But you may even face criminal charges in some cases.<\/p>\n

Tailgating<\/h2>\n

Tailgating is when you do not leave enough space between your vehicle and the one in front of you. Following another car too closely can increase the risk of an accident happening.<\/p>\n

In some cases, tailgating can be cited as a type of reckless driving. You may receive a fine, have your CDL suspended, or worse.<\/p>\n

Improper Lane Change<\/h2>\n

Improper lane changes come in many forms. One of the most common citations is for\u00a0failure to signal before changing lanes. Failure to check blind spots or merge safely can also earn you an improper lane change citation.<\/p>\n

Fines and points on your driving record are the potential penalties for earning an improper lane change violation. However, a conviction can also result in CDL suspension.<\/p>\n

Driving While Intoxicated<\/h2>\n

In Florida, CDL holders can get a traffic violation even if their BAC is not above 0.08%. If you are pulled over and have a BAC over 0.04%, your CDL can temporarily lose your CDL license.<\/p>\n

If your BAC is above 0.08%, you could end up losing your CDL for good. Learn more about the penalties for these and other traffic violations next.<\/p>\n

The Penalties for These Minor Traffic Violations<\/h2>\n

These traffic violations may not be serious if you are a regular driver. But if you have a CDL, they can earn you some hefty\u00a0fines. You may also be subject to the following penalties.<\/p>\n

Points<\/h3>\n

Florida uses a\u00a0points system<\/a>, which assigns a value to each traffic violation you receive. For example, getting up to 12 points in a year can result in a 30-day CDL suspension, even if you don’t receive an out-of-service order.<\/p>\n

Fines<\/h3>\n

Traffic ticket fines vary depending on the county where you get the citation. Here’s an example of the types of\u00a0fines for speeding<\/a>\u00a0in Florida:<\/p>\n