Boise Commercial Drivers’ License DUI Defense Lawyer

Defending CDL Holders in Meridian, Garden City & Statewide

For commercial drivers, a DUI arrest can threaten not only your freedom but also your career. Idaho law imposes strict standards on individuals who hold a commercial driver’s license (CDL), and even a first-time offense can lead to severe penalties, including the loss of your license and livelihood. 

At Trilogy Law Group, we defend CDL holders facing DUI charges. We understand what is at stake and can act quickly to protect your rights, record, and future. 

Learn more about your case and how we can help in a free consultation with a Boise commercial drivers’ license DUI defense attorney at Trilogy Law Group. Contact us at (208) 842-3892. 

DUI Laws for Idaho Commercial Drivers

Commercial drivers are held to a higher standard than non-commercial drivers. Under Idaho law, the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for CDL holders operating a commercial vehicle is 0.04%, which is half the standard limit for regular drivers. You can also face consequences for refusing a chemical test or being charged with DUI while operating a non-commercial vehicle.

A DUI arrest for a CDL holder does not just impact your personal driving privileges. It directly affects your commercial license, even if the alleged offense occurred in your own car during off-duty hours.

Penalties for CDL DUI in Idaho

A DUI conviction or an administrative license suspension (ALS) can result in:

• A one-year disqualification of your CDL for a first offense
• A lifetime disqualification for a second offense (with the possibility of reinstatement after 10 years)
• Jail time, fines, and court costs
• A permanent criminal record
• Difficulty securing future employment in commercial driving

Additionally, CDL holders are not eligible for certain diversion programs or restricted driving privileges that may be available to other drivers.