For commercial drivers in Augusta, GA, a CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) is more than just a license—it’s your livelihood. Whether you drive a truck, bus, or delivery vehicle, your career depends on maintaining a clean driving record. Unfortunately, one mistake or misunderstanding can put your CDL and your income at risk. If you’re facing a CDL suspension in Georgia, hiring an experienced attorney is not just smart, it may be critical to keeping your job.
At Plunkett, Hamilton, Manton & Graves, LLP, we’ve helped countless commercial drivers protect their CDL privileges and navigate Georgia’s complex traffic laws.
Common Reasons for CDL Suspension in Georgia
CDL holders are held to higher standards than regular drivers. Even minor traffic offenses that wouldn’t impact a standard license can lead to severe penalties for commercial drivers.
CDL suspensions may result from:
- Speeding more than 15 mph over the limit
- Reckless driving or improper lane changes
- Following too closely
- Driving under the influence (DUI)—even with a lower blood alcohol content threshold
- Leaving the scene of an accident
- Using a commercial vehicle to commit a felony
- Violating out-of-service orders
- Accumulating multiple serious traffic violations within a short period
Even off-duty violations in your personal vehicle can count against your CDL, making it even more important to take every charge seriously.
What’s at Stake
Losing your CDL can mean more than just temporary suspension—it can end your career. With trucking and logistics being a major industry in Augusta and across Georgia, local drivers who lose their CDL may face job loss, insurance hikes, and limited future employment opportunities.
How an Attorney Can Help
When your CDL is on the line, an experienced traffic attorney can make a major difference. At Plunkett, Hamilton, Manton & Graves, LLP, we work to:
- Review the circumstances of your charge and identify any legal errors or weaknesses in the case
- Challenge citations or criminal charges in court
- Negotiate for reduced charges or alternative penalties that won’t result in CDL suspension
- Represent you at administrative hearings with the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS)
We understand Georgia traffic laws inside and out, and we tailor our approach based on your driving record, employment situation, and long-term career goals.
Local Knowledge, Proven Results
As a trusted law firm based in Augusta, Georgia, we possess in-depth knowledge of the local court systems, judges, and prosecutors. That means we can build strategies that work—and help you move forward with minimal disruption to your life and career.
Protect Your CDL. Protect Your Future.
If you’ve received a citation or been charged with a serious offense that could impact your CDL, don’t take chances. Contact Plunkett, Hamilton, Manton & Graves, LLP today for a free consultation. We’ll fight to protect your license, your livelihood, and your future in Augusta’s competitive commercial driving industry.
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