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What is the minimum CDL disqualification for a first railroad crossing violation?

60 days.

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  1. 60 days ✔
  2. 120 days
  3. 1 year

Why: Breaking a railroad crossing law in a CMV costs at least 60 days for a first violation, 120 days for a second within 3 years, and 1 year for a third.

Huh, didn't know that: Crossing violations stay on a California CDL record for 4 years.

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Answer: 60 days. Breaking a railroad crossing law in a CMV costs at least 60 days for a first violation, 120 days for a second within 3 years, and 1 year for a third.

  1. California Commercial Driver Handbook (DMV) www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/file/california-commercial-driver-handbook-pdf
    60 days for your first violation.
    Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. 49 CFR 383.51 Disqualification of drivers (eCFR) www.ecfr.gov/current/title-49/section-383.51
    No less than 60 days No less than 120 days No less than 1 year.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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