Q's

[Harold095]

Would it be really hard to get CDL and job with 2 old OWI's (02 & 03) and owing 12k in child support?

[terrylamar]

Would it be really hard to get CDL and job with 2 old OWI's (02 & 03) and owing 12k in child support?

With many companies, yes.

[Uturn2001]

In a word yes.

The child support is not really an issue. It is the OWI's. One is bad enough, two makes it next to impossible, and that is if both are over 10 years old.

[GMAN]

Some carriers will let one slide as long as it is at least 5 years old. The second is the one that will give you the most problem. Try the company listings on this forum. Most of the larger carriers are listed and has their basic requirements. The best thing to do is start calling carriers. If you plan on paying for your own schooling, I would wait until I go the thumbs up from at least one carrier before hand. Most insurance companies and carriers only go back 3 years on the mvr. However, if they run a criminal background check then you will be sunk when these pop up. I would call carriers and be truthful with them. You may find someone who will give you a chance. OWI and related drug and/or alcohol convictions are especially difficult for carriers. Some will only allow you once conviction. There are others that will not hire anyone with even a single conviction. Your best bet is to talk with carriers direct. There are a few recruiters on this forum.

[Sealord]

"owing $12k in child support?" Some states will suspend your license if you're not paying or at least making and effort to pay. You don't say what your 20 is. Let the clock run a bit more so at least one DWI drops off your record, and while you're waiting, get busy catching up on the child support. BOL

[Drew10]

You know, I could be wrong here, but, there sure is alot of "new" members, with 1 post, with some very obsurd personnel issues looking for a company that may hire them. I dont know, am I wrong in assuming this or do we just get alot of trolls.

[farder]

I really don't think the OP is a troll. If it is, it's the lamest troll I've ever seen.

[Harold095]

I really don't think the OP is a troll. If it is, it's the lamest troll I've ever seen.

Am I only lame if I'm a troll? Not a troll, but thanks anyway.
If you think think the first post is bizarre then I certainly won't post the rest of the story.

The OWI's actually happened in 2000 and 2001 but the cases weren't closed until after all the court stuff happened. They are both 1st offense also.

The state where the CDL would be obtained allows it after 3 years. It has been 3 years and there is just a regular license, no CDL. Couldn't even be hired as a co-driver with someone who is already doing it?

[Rev.Vassago]

The OWI's actually happened in 2000 and 2001 but the cases weren't closed until after all the court stuff happened. They are both 1st offense also.

How can two different OWI's be a first offense?

The state where the CDL would be obtained allows it after 3 years. It has been 3 years and there is just a regular license, no CDL. Couldn't even be hired as a co-driver with someone who is already doing it?

It doesn't matter if you can get a CDL. What matters is that no carriers' insurance company in their right mind is going to put you behind the wheel of a truck.

[Harold095]

[quote="Rev.Vassago"]

The OWI's actually happened in 2000 and 2001 but the cases weren't closed until after all the court stuff happened. They are both 1st offense also.

How can two different OWI's be a first offense?



Same way people with DUI's get charged with traffic incidents instead of drunk driving...plea bargains and legal maneuvering.
Since one case was still pending and not resolved when the second incident occurred, can't convict someone of a second offense when the first offense isn't yet resolved and convicted.

Just wondering if there was a chance to get hired as a second/co with the same scenario.
Actually surprised that child support wouldn't matter since license can be suspended just owing 3 months support in most states. I would think employers would be weary of that.

[Fredog]

[quote="Harold095"]

The OWI's actually happened in 2000 and 2001 but the cases weren't closed until after all the court stuff happened. They are both 1st offense also.

How can two different OWI's be a first offense?



Same way people with DUI's get charged with traffic incidents instead of drunk driving...plea bargains and legal maneuvering.
Since one case was still pending and not resolved when the second incident occurred, can't convict someone of a second offense when the first offense isn't yet resolved and convicted.

Just wondering if there was a chance to get hired as a second/co with the same scenario.
Actually surprised that child support wouldn't matter since license can be suspended just owing 3 months support in most states. I would think employers would be weary of that.

no offense. but most companies are going to write you off for having a very poor lack of judgment. 1 offense is bad enough, but then you did it again.. then you dont pay child support. you would be too likely to cause trouble for your employer.
one more thing, you say the second offense occured while the 1st one was still pending? get to aa right away and get straight before you end up in prison after killing someone

[One]

The inside of a truck is not a good place for a young child! The noise can damage sensitive ears, fumes from exhaust and poisons from plastics and upholstery even worse. It is a very dangerous environment al around. Seek an alternative!!! Besides, being a trucker and a full time dad dont mix.

[Drew10]

I said:

am I wrong in assuming this or do we just get alot of trolls.

Harold095 said:

Am I only lame if I'm a troll? Not a troll, but thanks anyway.

My apologize , most "trolls" usually just drop a bomb on the first post then are never heard from again.
I wish you the best in your pursuit of a career in Trucking.

[Harold095]

The inside of a truck is not a good place for a young child! The noise can damage sensitive ears, fumes from exhaust and poisons from plastics and upholstery even worse. It is a very dangerous environment al around. Seek an alternative!!! Besides, being a trucker and a full time dad dont mix.

Um...ok.

It doesn't matter if you can get a CDL. What matters is that no carriers' insurance company in their right mind is going to put you behind the wheel of a truck.

This is what I was wondering.

My apologize Embarassed Embarassed , most "trolls" usually just drop a bomb on the first post then are never heard from again.
I wish you the best in your pursuit of a career in Trucking.

Not offended. My response was trying to be funny I never am as funny to other people as I think I am.

no offense. but most companies are going to write you off for having a very poor lack of judgment. 1 offense is bad enough, but then you did it again.. then you dont pay child support. you would be too likely to cause trouble for your employer.
one more thing, you say the second offense occured while the 1st one was still pending? get to aa right away and get straight before you end up in prison after killing someone

Ok so I guess I will post the real story now. Notice- I have never said I or me in any of these posts about drunk driving, ect.
I happen to have a CDL as I occasionally drive trucks in my job. I used to drive more frequently but not so much any more.
The person who has these issues (and many more including much more recent meth use - but no arrests for the meth) is my son's mother! Usually when people post about a woman- she gets all sympathy and crap so I wanted some solid answers before hand.
The story is that she had these OWI's and has used drugs. I was thinking the child support might hurt her chances too since I plan to push for a license suspension if she does get a CDL. Her current boyfriend is apparently driving livestock trucks and she got fired from her job so she's thinking she is just going to ride with him and get her CDL to co drive.
Part of the reason she probably wants to do this is so that her child support isn't withheld from her check. She is a dangerous person with her drug habits. I sure as hell wouldn't want to share the road with her in a big rig. I'm just wanting to see if she would actually get hired by anyone. Despite her criminal background, she has worked for the railroad in the past too. She can probably pass the CDL because she drove some military vehicles before she got kicked out for drug use.

[Orangetxguy]

Ok so I guess I will post the real story now. Notice- I have never said I or me in any of these posts about drunk driving, ect.
I happen to have a CDL as I occasionally drive trucks in my job. I used to drive more frequently but not so much any more.
The person who has these issues (and many more including much more recent meth use - but no arrests for the meth) is my son's mother! Usually when people post about a woman- she gets all sympathy and crap so I wanted some solid answers before hand.
The story is that she had these OWI's and has used drugs. I was thinking the child support might hurt her chances too since I plan to push for a license suspension if she does get a CDL. Her current boyfriend is apparently driving livestock trucks and she got fired from her job so she's thinking she is just going to ride with him and get her CDL to co drive.
Part of the reason she probably wants to do this is so that her child support isn't withheld from her check. She is a dangerous person with her drug habits. I sure as hell wouldn't want to share the road with her in a big rig. I'm just wanting to see if she would actually get hired by anyone. Despite her criminal background, she has worked for the railroad in the past too. She can probably pass the CDL because she drove some military vehicles before she got kicked out for drug use.

And you created a child with this person??

[Harold095]

Didn't know she was like that when we got married but we divorced before my son was 2. He's 15 now.

[Kranky]

A random drug and alcohol test (which she will be subject to, both pre employment, and during any employment as a CDL driver) should rule out a driving career for her if she has those type of issues..