Reasons Mississippi CDL Drivers Call Us
When your career depends on your CDL, every decision after a DUI arrest matters. Mississippi’s lower BAC threshold for CMV operation and strict disqualification rules mean the margin for error is small. We help prioritize deadlines, request hearings, and evaluate video and testing records. We also look ahead to employment and endorsement issues, helping you avoid common pitfalls that can prolong downtime. Whether your stop occurred on an interstate, at a weigh station, or on a city street, we work to protect your CDL and steady your path forward.
If you face a refusal allegation, off-duty incident, or potential Clearinghouse implications, guidance becomes even more important. We review implied consent compliance, analyze the reliability of breath or blood testing, and consider whether non-adjudication or alternative resolutions are worth pursuing. Our plans reflect your goals, your record, and the facts documented in discovery. The focus is practical: protect your ability to work, reduce collateral damage, and move toward a resolution that preserves your future in Mississippi’s commercial driving industry. For direct help, call Housley Law at 662-222-0900.
Common CDL DUI Situations We Handle in Mississippi
Commercial drivers encounter unique enforcement settings, from roadside inspections to weigh station checks and post-accident investigations. We routinely assist with cases involving 0.04 BAC or higher in a CMV, alleged impairment in a personal car that impacts a CDL, refusal accusations under implied consent, and testing device concerns. We also address bodycam or dashcam disputes, incomplete observation periods, and medical conditions that may affect field evaluations. Each situation calls for a tailored plan that considers both courtroom outcomes and the employment realities CDL holders face across Mississippi highways and local roads.
Breath Test at or Above 0.04 in a CMV
A breath test at or above 0.04 while operating a commercial motor vehicle can threaten your CDL even when no accident occurred. We challenge whether the device was properly maintained and calibrated, whether the observation period was followed, and whether environmental or medical factors affected the reading. We also examine the basis for the stop and the officer’s procedures. Early discovery requests and video review help build leverage for negotiations or hearings. The goal is to reduce exposure, protect your employment, and pursue a resolution that keeps you compliant and on the road.
Alleged DUI in a Personal Vehicle
DUI allegations in a personal car can still impact your CDL and employment. Many drivers are surprised by the interaction between the criminal case, administrative proceedings, and FMCSA considerations. We examine the stop, field evaluations, and test procedures, and we consider whether non-adjudication or other resolutions make sense for your CDL goals. We also discuss employer policies and potential Clearinghouse effects, with a plan to limit downtime. By addressing both legal and practical concerns, we help protect your CDL and target an outcome that supports your long-term future in Mississippi commercial driving.
Implied Consent Refusal Allegations
Refusal allegations can trigger administrative action that threatens your ability to work before the criminal case is resolved. We scrutinize whether you were properly advised, whether the officer followed Mississippi procedures, and whether language or medical issues affected your ability to comply. We also review video to verify what was said and done at the scene or station. If relief is available, we seek it promptly and align administrative strategy with your criminal defense to avoid unintended consequences. The objective is clear: protect your CDL and stabilize your employment while the case proceeds.
