You must take and pass all Maine examinations that apply to your license class and endorsement requirements. Pass the required knowledge and vision tests (BEFORE a CDL Temporary Instruction Permit will be issued). THE COURSE COVERS EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO PASS THE WRITTEN AND SKILLS EXAMS FOR ALL CLASSES OF LICENSE AND LICENSE ENDORSEMENTS AVAILABLE.

You must be 21 years old. (18 years if all commercial driving is done within Maine and if no hazardous materials requiring placarding are transported and if you do not drive double or triple trailer rigs). You must be physically capable of obtaining a valid medical examiner's card (before taking any CDL skills test). You must otherwise qualify for the license based on your driving record. Any of the following will disqualify you from obtaining a Maine CDL . . .

Yes. When you apply for a CDL in Maine, the Bureau of Motor Vehicles checks your Maine driving record and nationwide databases. If the check reveals that your license has been suspended, revoked, canceled, or denied in any other state, then you will not be eligible for a commercial license in Maine until your license has been reinstated in the other state. Anyone wanting a hazmat endorsement also needs to be fingerprinted and pass a Transportation Safety Administration background check.

Yes. You will be required to take a vision test both when you first obtain your CDL and when you renew it every five years. Your vision must be at least 20/40 in your best eye, and you must have a 140-degree field of vision.

Yes. You will need to pass a road test given by a Maine BMV inspector. The test includes on- and off-road driving. More specifics about the exam are available in the Maine Commercial Driver's manual.

Yes, there are MANY reasons that your Maine CDL can be suspended or revoked. Improper use of alcohol or drugs, traffic violations, and failure to notify top the list. The Course details ALL of the rules regarding suspension or revocation. The point to remember is that alcohol or drug use is not tolerated and your record WILL FOLLOW YOU THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES FOREVER!!!

Individuals ....operating motor homes or other vehicles used exclusively to transport personal possessions or family members, for nonbusiness purposes.

For the basics, you can get the Maine Commercial Driver's Manual at any Maine BMV office or online. It's probably a good idea to get professional driver training before taking the required road test. Many trucking companies offer training themselves on their own rigs. To be fully prepared, you can also take training classes at any approved professional trucking school.

By federal law, you need to have a CDL to drive any truck weighing more than 26,001 pounds; any vehicle designed to carry more than 15 passengers, including the driver; or any vehicle transporting hazardous material that requires a hazmat placard. When am I exempt from needing a Maine CDL?You do not need a CDL to drive a fire truck or emergency vehicle, an RV for personal use, military vehicles, farm vehicles, antique autos, or (in many cases) a municipal snowplow.

Once you apply for and pass the written exam, you will receive a Maine CDL learner's permit. This allows you to drive while accompanied by a person with a valid CDL in the passenger seat.

Maine CDLs are good for five years. Renewals cost $34 and must be completed at any Maine BMV office. Most endorsements can be renewed at the same time under the same renewal fee. Hazmat renewals have special rules. No Maine CDL renewals can be processed online.

Replacements cost $5 and must be completed at any Maine BMV office. Maine CDL replacements cannot be performed online.

P) PASSENGER. For vehicles which are designed to carry 16 or more people (including the driver); or those which carry 15 or less people (including the driver) transporting children to or from school and home regularly for compensation. N) TANK VEHICLES. For vehicles designed to haul liquids or liquefied gases in bulk in permanently mounted tanks or portable tanks rated at 1,000 gallons or more.

No. By federal law, it's illegal for commercial motor vehicle drivers to possess more than one license, and you may have a license only from your state of legal residence.

A vehicle towing a unit with a manufacturer's GVWR of more than 10,000 lbs. when the GCWR exceeds 26,000 lbs. A vehicle used to . . .(a.) carry 15 or more passengers (excluding the driver), or (b.) carry (15) or less people (including the driver) when carrying children to or from school and home regularly for compensation.

You must be at least 18 yeas of age and complete an APPLICATION FOR A COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSE (DSMV 312)

You must take and pass all Kentucky examinations that apply to your license class and endorsement requirements. Pass the required knowledge and vision tests (BEFORE a CDL Temporary Instruction Permit will be issued). THE COURSE COVERS EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO PASS THE WRITTEN AND SKILLS EXAMS FOR ALL CLASSES OF LICENSE AND LICENSE ENDORSEMENTS AVAILABLE.

You must take and pass all South Dakota examinations that apply to your license class and endorsement requirements. Pass the required knowledge and vision tests (BEFORE a CDL Temporary Instruction Permit will be issued). THE COURSE COVERS EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO PASS THE WRITTEN AND SKILLS EXAMS FOR ALL CLASSES OF LICENSE AND LICENSE ENDORSEMENTS AVAILABLE.

You must take and pass all South Carolina examinations that apply to your license class and endorsement requirements. Pass the required knowledge and vision tests (BEFORE a CDL Temporary Instruction Permit will be issued). THE COURSE COVERS EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO PASS THE WRITTEN AND SKILLS EXAMS FOR ALL CLASSES OF LICENSE AND LICENSE ENDORSEMENTS AVAILABLE.

You must take and pass all Maryland examinations that apply to your license class and endorsement requirements. Pass the required knowledge and vision tests (BEFORE a CDL Temporary Instruction Permit will be issued). THE COURSE COVERS EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO PASS THE WRITTEN AND SKILLS EXAMS FOR ALL CLASSES OF LICENSE AND LICENSE ENDORSEMENTS AVAILABLE.