If a CDL holder commits an offense that would normally be disqualifying, but the CDL holder is driving under the farm waiver in § 383.3(d)(1), must the conviction result in a disqualification and action against the CDL holder?
§383.51 – Disqualifications of Drivers – General Questions
Guidance Q&A
Question 5: If a CDL holder commits an offense that would normally be disqualifying, but the CDL holder is driving under the farm waiver in § 383.3(d)(1), must the conviction result in a disqualification and action against the CDL holder?
Guidance: Yes. A CDL holder is subject to the disqualification requirements, even if the CDL holder is not operating a CMV or a vehicle requiring the CDL when the offense occurs.
Regulatory Topic:
Commercial Driver License Standards; Farm Waiver Disqualification
Effective Date: Thursday, March 7, 2019
Issued Date: Friday, March 1, 2019