One license only
You may not hold more than one driver's license. You must be licensed in your home state.
Penalty: Violating this law may result in a fine of up to $5,000, jail time, or both.
Report traffic convictions to your employer
You must notify your employer within 30 days of any traffic conviction, except parking violations. This requirement applies no matter what type of vehicle you were driving at the time of the violation.
Report out-of-state traffic convictions
You must notify your state driver licensing agency within 30 days if you are convicted of a traffic violation in another state, except for parking violations. This requirement applies no matter what type of vehicle you were driving at the time of the violation.
Report changes to your driving status
You must notify your employer if your license is suspended, revoked, or canceled, or if you are disqualified from driving.
License Suspension
Any driver suspended or expired for more than 5 years will start the license process over as a new driver with a permit.
Provide your 10-year driving job history
When applying for a commercial driving job, you must provide your employer with information about all driving jobs you have held during the past 10 years.
CDL required for commercial motor vehicles
You must have a valid CDL to drive a commercial motor vehicle. A state may fine you up to $5,000 or jail you for breaking this law.
Penalty for employers: Employers may not allow a person to drive a commercial motor vehicle if that person holds more than one license or if their CDL is suspended or revoked. A court may fine the employer up to $10,000, impose jail time, or both.