Trucking Accidents In South Dakota - The Rules Of The Road for Drug and Alcohol Testing of Drivers

Who Is Required to Undergo Drug and Alcohol Testing?

Any person who holds a commercial driver's license (CDL) and drives a commercial vehicle on public roads must undergo Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing. Part-time fleet employees with CDLs also fall under this requirement. 

These type of commercial motor vehicles are covered under the law:

• Vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating greater than 26,000 pounds
• Vehicles transporting more than 16 passengers, including the driver
• Vehicles with placards indicating a cargo of hazardous material

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