Orange County, New York, DWI and Commercial Driver's License Revocation
If you drive for a living, the loss of your commercial driver's license (CDL) is more than an inconvenience; it is the loss of your ability to work and support yourself and your family.
Criminal defense attorney Raymond D. Sprowls represents commercial drivers who have been charged with alcohol-related driving offenses.
Different Standards for CDL Holders
Members of the general public typically cannot be arrested for drunk driving unless their blood alcohol content (BAC) is .08 percent or higher. Different standards apply to those who hold commercial driver's licenses.
CDL holders can be convicted of an alcohol-related offense at only .04 percent blood alcohol content. That's about two beers, depending on your height and weight.
Different rules apply to CDL holders regarding license revocation. If you are convicted of an alcohol-related offense, you automatically lose your CDL for at least one year. There are no options for a provisional or hardship license.
Newburgh commercial driver's license defense lawyer Raymond D. Sprowls has successfully represented commercial drivers who have been charged with DWIs and other serious traffic violations. In one such case, a truck driver was stopped by the DOT for a roadside check. The official did not find any violations. As the truck driver left, he made comments that offended the official, who called the police and reported that he had smelled alcohol on the driver's breath.
Mr. Sprowls was able to negotiate a positive outcome for his client because of the retributive nature of the DOT official's actions. View additional case results.
A New York Defense Lawyer Who Understands the Risks You Face
Not every criminal defense attorney understands the severe consequences commercial drivers face in DWI cases. To protect your interest, contact Newburgh CDL DUI/DWI attorney Raymond D. Sprowls. His law firm represents commercial drivers charged with drunk driving in Orange County and throughout New York's Hudson Valley. Call toll free 866-323-1462 to schedule an in-office initial consultation.









