A New Jersey School Bus Driver had 13 license suspensions when he made an illegal u-turn, killing one teacher and one student in 2018. Implications of employees driving with a suspended licenseĮmployers who allow drivers to continue to drive with a suspended license (even unknowingly) can be charged with negligence for hiring or retaining unfit drivers.
Other, less common reasons include: Underage possession of alcohol (most states), writing bad checks (Indiana) Vandalism (California), and operating an amusement park while intoxicated (Texas).Įvery state has slightly different rules, so be sure to check with your state’s DMV about license suspension laws in your area. CDL Expired Medical Certificate/ Medical or physical conditions.Some reasons aren’t even driving related. These are some of the more common reasons why a license can be suspended in most states.
Why are licenses suspended?įirst, it’s good to note that driving is a privilege and one that can be taken away if it’s abused. Would you know if it happens to one of your drivers? How long would it take to find out? Without a system in place, you might find out when it’s too late. If you manage a fleet of drivers, it’s likely that a small percentage of your employees will receive a suspended license sometime this year.
