A citation for an overweight truck violation without the required permit under CA Vehicle Code (VC) Section 35784,Permits and Agreements in Truckee, CA, requires swift action and could make the violation a misdemeanor crime:
“(f) (1) Any person convicted of a violation of the terms and conditions of a special permit shall be punished by a fine not exceeding five hundred dollars ($500) or by imprisonment in the county jail for a period not exceeding six months, or by both that fine and imprisonment.”
Also, CA Vehicle Code (VC) Section 35550 (a), Axle Limits, warns commercial drivers:
“The gross weight imposed upon the highway by the wheels on any one axle of a vehicle shall not exceed 20,000 pounds and the gross weight upon any one wheel, or wheels, supporting one end of an axle, and resting upon the roadway, shall not exceed 10,500 pounds.”
Ignoring the ticket or simply paying the fine might lead to license suspension or revocation. Paying without legal counsel can also be seen as an admission of guilt, potentially causing severe consequences.
“(a) A person willfully violating their written promise to appear or a lawfully granted continuance of their promise to appear in court or before a person authorized to receive a deposit of bail is guilty of a misdemeanor regardless of the disposition of the charge upon which the person was originally arrested.” — CA VC Section 40508, Release Upon Promise to Appear.
Many drivers will say, “Well, I didn’t sign a written promise to appear.” If you signed the ticket, which is a release on personal recognizance, you signed a written promise to appear. If you don’t sign it, the law enforcement officer (LEO) could take you in until you produce bail.
Moreover, CA VC Section 40509.5 allows the CA DMV to put a hold on your driver’s license when you fail to appear or resolve a traffic ticket. Therefore, you will not be able to drive until the FTA is resolved.
Bigger & Harman, APC has over a decade of experience defending commercial drivers facing various traffic violations. We're prepared to use our extensive knowledge and understanding of the Truckee court system to fight for you.
Overweight Truck Violations Can Be Costly
Fines for overweight commercial vehicles depend on several factors:
The number of axles on the vehicle
The distance between axles
The vehicle's maximum gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
The maximum weight each axle set can legally carry
The maximum weight allowed over a single wheel
Facing a weight violation citation can be overwhelming. The fine for an overweight truck could be as much as $1.00 per pound overweight. Imagine a vehicle overweight by several thousand pounds.
You might not know who to turn to or how to protect your rights and livelihood. Our California traffic ticket lawyers understand your concerns and are dedicated to helping.
This situation goes beyond just paying a fine. Points added to your driving record after paying the fine can affect your driving position. Let us guide you on how to protect your driving record. We represent clients pulled over on highways and freeways around Truckee, including Interstate 5, I-80, and Highway 99.
Weekend and Evening Availability for Aggressive Defense of CDL Tickets
Our team has the legal experience and knowledge to fight your commercial trucking violation effectively. We specialize in traffic ticket defense and have handled numerous cases throughout California, including Nevada, Yolo, Placer, Sacramento, Riverside, San Luis Obispo (SLO), LA, Kern, Tulare, Fresno, Inyo, and Mono Counties.
We offer flexible appointment times and free consultations with no obligation, ensuring we're accessible whenever you need us.
If you receive a ticket for an overweight truck violation, it is wise not to make any statement to law enforcement, sign the ticket, and consult a CA traffic attorney about your options.
Contact Bigger & Harman About Resolving an Overweight Truck Violation in Truckee Traffic Court
Call Bigger & Harman, APC, at (661) 349-9300 to determine your option for resolving an overweight truck violation in Truckee, CA. Se habla Español (661) 349-9755. Otherwise, use our contact form to send a picture of your ticket/violation or email attorney@biggerharmanlaw.com.
Download our e-book, Protecting Your Commercial Driver License.
References:
CA VC Section 35550 (a), Axle Limits & 35784, Permits and Agreements, & 40508 & 40509.5, Release Upon Promise to Appear.
The DMV Portal CA Commercial Driver Handbook.