CDL Violations in Kittitas County
Kittitas County is known for the high volume of CDL and commercial vehicle violations, particularly in Upper Kittitas District Court in Cle Elum, due in large part to the nearby weigh station. We see more commercial vehicle and CDL-related cases arising from this area than from any other court where we regularly practice.
There are several reasons for the high number of cases, including the significant volume of commercial trucks traveling through the area and the level of attention law enforcement officers give to commercial vehicle violations.
Currently, we are seeing cases involving:
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Overweight vehicles
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Failure to submit to weigh or bypassing a scale
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Chain violations
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Cellphone violations
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Logbook violations
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Defective equipment
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Trip permit violations
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Medical card issues
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CDL-required violations
Take CDL Violations Seriously
CDL violations should be taken seriously because they can have consequences beyond the immediate citation, including potential effects on your commercial driving record and your ability to maintain your CDL.
Officers and prosecutors in Kittitas County take CDL cases seriously. Unlike many non-CDL traffic cases, CDL violations are not routinely amended or reduced. This makes it particularly important to address the citation promptly and understand the potential consequences before simply paying the ticket or accepting the violation.
At Heritage Law Office, we understand the importance of protecting your commercial driving record. We review the circumstances surrounding the violation, evaluate the evidence, and work to identify the best approach for resolving the case while minimizing the potential impact on your CDL and your livelihood.