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SPOKANE, WA · CDL DUI

DUI Defense for Commercial Drivers (CDL)

How a DUI affects your CDL

CAREER AT STAKE

For commercial drivers, a DUI can threaten a career. A DUI-related offense can disqualify your commercial driver’s license — even if the arrest happened in your personal vehicle.

Stricter rules for CDL holders

A lower alcohol limit applies while operating a commercial vehicle, and disqualification periods for commercial privileges are longer and harder to avoid than for a regular license.

Options available to other drivers, such as certain ignition interlock licenses, may not protect commercial driving privileges.

Chris Bugbee meeting with a client

Protecting Your Livelihood

Chris Bugbee understands what a CDL disqualification means for your income and focuses on outcomes that protect your commercial privileges.

As a former Spokane County prosecutor with 30+ years of criminal law experience and nearly 200 jury cases, he handles your case personally.

WHAT TO KNOW

How CDL DUI cases are approached

The goal is often to avoid a conviction or administrative finding that triggers disqualification — making the strength of the evidence critical.

The DOL hearing is especially important for CDL holders.

CDL holders should request their DOL hearing within 7 days — commercial privileges are on the line.

CDL RULES

What is different

PRIORITIES

What we focus on

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