Why Does Texas Abuse Commercial Driver's License Holders?
Drivers in Texas that have a commercial drivers license (CDL) must feel like an abused stepchild. Most anyone that has one of these licenses knows that they are not going to be treated the same as someone that has a regular license. For instance, a commerical driver is not allowed to take a defensive driving class to get a traffic ticket dismissed even if they are driving their personal vehicle. The Harris County District Attorney's Office (HCDAO) goes a step further. They are requiring any commercial driver that would like to enter the DIVERT program to surrender their CDL before they will be considered for the program. I am starting to think that the HCDAO lacks compassion. Why else would they require someone that needs a CDL to make a living surrender it and become unemployable in their chosen profession. They are not telling a nurse, accountant, or lawyer, that they have to give up their professional license before entering DIVERT. What is the reason for precluding a CDL holder that gets arrested for drunk driving in Harris County, Texas? HCDAO should show some compassion and reconsider this program.