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Guide to Transferring a CDL to Ohio

A commercial driver’s license, or CDL, is required for any person operating a vehicle weighing more than 26,001 pounds, carrying hazardous materials or a vehicle carrying more than 16 passengers. If you are moving to Ohio and currently hold a valid CDL, you’ll need to transfer your CDL to Ohio as soon as you become ...

How to Get an Illinois CDL License

Illinois is a large state with plenty of opportunities to work as a commercial driver. Generally speaking, drivers of large trucks and other big vehicles need to get a commercial driver’s license. Applicants for such a CDL license must first pass a knowledge exam with an Illinois Secretary of State CDL facility. After passing that ...

How to Get a Maine CDL License

Maine provides many opportunities for residents to work as a commercial driver. Applicants who get a Maine commercial driver’s license may drive large trucks, buses and similar commercial motor vehicles. An applicant must first pass a Maine CDL knowledge exam to get an instructional CDL permit from the Maine BMV. A permit allows applicants for ...

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FAQ’s on the New Mexico Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Who needs a commercial driver’s license (CDL)? In the state of New Mexico, a CDL is required for any driver who operates a vehicle that: Weighs more than 26,000 pounds Has a trailer that makes the combined weight of the vehicle and trailer more than 26,000 pounds Transports more than 15 passengers Requires hazardous materials ...