Sec. 6-501. Commercial drivers - permitted only one driver's license. No person who drives a commercial motor vehicle, on the highways, shall have more than one driver's license.
Up to 364 days county jail · Fine up to $2,500
Under Illinois Supreme Court Rule 551, personal court appearance before a judge is mandatory. The defendant cannot satisfy this charge by mail, electronic payment, or pre-set bail forfeiture.
Presumptive Pretrial Release: This offense is non-detainable under 725 ILCS 5/110-6.1. The defendant is entitled to release on personal recognizance with non-monetary conditions unless charged with a subsequent detainable violation.
No automatic driver's license suspension or mandatory revocation is triggered by this offense code alone upon citation.
| Offense Description | Class | Court Mandate | SAFE-T Act | Reporting Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating commercial motor vehicle with more than one license – Class A misdemeanor | Class A Misdemeanor | Rule 551 Mandate | Release Eligible | 8166 |
Any person convicted of violating this Section shall be guilty of a Class A misdemeanor.
(Source: P.A. 95-382, eff. 8-23-07.)