Attention Truck Drivers and Trucking Company Owners
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Clearinghouse is taking strict action against drivers with a forbidden; status due to unresolved violations. Over 170,000 commercial drivers are at risk of losing their CDL, with state DMVs already sending cancellation notices to affected drivers. If you are one of them, your livelihood and your company’s operations are at serious risk. Here is what you need to know and how to take action.
What Does CDL Cancellation Mean?
When a driver is listed in the Clearinghouse as "forbidden," they cannot legally operate a commercial vehicle. State DMVs are now proactively canceling CDLs for these drivers, making it impossible for them to return to work until their status is resolved. Trucking companies must be aware: employing a driver in this status is a violation of federal law and could lead to severe penalties.
What Should You Do If You Receive a Cancellation Notice?
If you’ve received a notice from your DMV, act immediately. Here's the step-by-step process to regain your CDL and ensure compliance:
Access Your Clearinghouse Record: Log in to the FMCSA Clearinghouse and review the details of your violation.
Complete the RTD process: Select and Work with a certified SAP to develop and complete a Return-to-Duty (RTD) program.
RTD test: after the sap clears you out, you need to take the return to duty test and up load the results in the clearinghouse, to remove the forbidden status.
Undergo Follow-Up Testing: Once the SAP process is completed, follow through with all required follow-up drug and alcohol tests.
Submit Proof to the local DMV: Ensure that you take all documentation to the local DMV to avoid or restore your CDL privileges.
Monitor Your Status: Regularly check your Clearinghouse record for updates to confirm you are cleared to drive.
Beware of Scams!
With CDL cancellations on the rise, scammers are targeting desperate drivers with false promises to "fix" their Clearinghouse status for a fee. Many of these individuals take your money without delivering results, leaving you stranded and out of options.
Do your research: Only work with certified professionals, such as licensed SAPs, who have experience navigating the Clearinghouse process.
SAP that fits you: many sap just don’t work for you ask first before paying what they offer and ask them to explain you the process. And what you need to do
Language barriers: if English is not you main language you need to find and SAP that speaks yours, there are many options, don’t let them take your money and charge you for translators, also demand that the learning steps can be done in your language.
Every step must be recorded in the clearinghouse: if you don’t have clearinghouse you can not start the process. The SAP must be selected, and the SAP needs to upload they steps in the clearinghouse if the don’t do it, they just want to take your money…
Avoid shortcuts: There are no quick fixes. Resolving a forbidden status requires completing the official FMCSA process.
Demand transparency: Legitimate professionals will provide clear documentation and regular updates on your case.
Don’t Wait – Act Now!
Every day you delay could mean losing your CDL or putting your company at risk. If you’ve received a cancellation notice or suspect you may be on the Clearinghouse’s forbidden list, take action immediately.
Choose professionals who will guide you through the entire process and ensure you regain your CDL privileges legally and safely.
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