Truck Conversion & Toterhome Community - View Single Post - Crossing the line: When do you need a CDL?

Doug · 03-13-2003, 07:07 AM

I realized this morning that my answer missed a critical consideration: if your state of residence registers the vehicle as an RV, that is dispositive. You don't need the CDL. While I appreciate the insurance issue that Geof raises, the court issue is not as simple as a fine - in Washington, and I think in most states, violations of the CDL laws are not fine only offenses, but crimes with potential jail time. And insurance companies are REALLY afraid of litigation that alleges bad faith - if you are properly covered, they are in a world of hurt if they screw with you. I've had a couple try. They didn't enjoy the experience. :-)

03-13-2003, 07:07 AM	#8
Doug Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cheney, WA, US Posts: 61	I realized this morning that my answer missed a critical consideration: if your state of residence registers the vehicle as an RV, that is dispositive. You don't need the CDL. While I appreciate the insurance issue that Geof raises, the court issue is not as simple as a fine - in Washington, and I think in most states, violations of the CDL laws are not fine only offenses, but crimes with potential jail time. And insurance companies are REALLY afraid of litigation that alleges bad faith - if you are properly covered, they are in a world of hurt if they screw with you. I've had a couple try. They didn't enjoy the experience. :-)