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Washington CDL — General Knowledge: Penalties & Licensing practice test
The point system, license suspension, provisional-license rules, insurance requirements, and other licensing basics.
Content reviewed against official driver handbooks · August 12, 2026
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1. What is the minimum disqualification for a first railroad-highway grade crossing violation?
Correct answer: At least 60 days
A first railroad-highway grade crossing violation costs you your CDL for at least 60 days.
Source: Washington CDL Guide — Section 1: Introduction (Railroad-highway Grade Crossing Violations)
2. You are convicted of two serious traffic violations within three years. What is the result for your CDL?
Correct answer: A 60-day disqualification
Two serious traffic violations within three years can cost you your CDL for 60 days.
Source: Washington CDL Guide — Section 1: Introduction (Serious Traffic Violations)
3. In what language must the CDL skills test be conducted?
Correct answer: English only
The skills test must be conducted in English only, and interpreters are not allowed during it.
Source: Washington CDL Guide — Section 1: Introduction (Skills Tests)
4. How many driver licenses may a commercial driver legally hold?
Correct answer: Only one
You cannot have more than one license; breaking this rule can lead to a fine of up to $5,000 or jail.
Source: Washington CDL Guide — Section 1: Introduction (Other CDL Rules)
5. What is the minimum age to obtain a Washington Commercial Driver License or Commercial Learner Permit?
Correct answer: 18 years old
To get a Washington CDL or CLP you must be at least 18 years old.
Source: Washington CDL Guide — Section 1: Introduction (Application)
6. Your license has been suspended, revoked, or canceled. How soon must you tell your employer?
Correct answer: Within two business days
Tell your employer within two business days when your license has been suspended, revoked, or canceled, or when you have been disqualified from driving.
Source: Washington CDL Guide — Section 1: Introduction (Other CDL Rules)
7. Within how many days must you notify your employer after being convicted of a traffic violation (except parking)?
Correct answer: Within 30 days
You must notify your employer within 30 days of a conviction for any traffic violation other than parking, no matter what vehicle you were driving.
Source: Washington CDL Guide — Section 1: Introduction (Other CDL Rules)
8. After getting a Commercial Learner Permit, how long must you hold it before taking a skills test?
Correct answer: At least 14 days
You must hold a CLP for a minimum of 14 days before taking a skills test.
Source: Washington CDL Guide — Section 1: Introduction (Commercial Learners Permit)
9. How long will you lose your CDL for a first violation of an out-of-service order?
Correct answer: At least 90 days
A first violation of an out-of-service order results in the loss of your CDL for at least 90 days.
Source: Washington CDL Guide — Section 1: Introduction (Violation of Out-of-Service Orders)
10. A third serious traffic violation within three years leads to what disqualification?
Correct answer: A 120-day disqualification
A third serious traffic violation conviction within three years results in a 120-day disqualification.
Source: Washington CDL Guide — Section 1: Introduction (Serious Traffic Violations)
11. How long is a hazardous materials endorsement valid, and what does it require?
Correct answer: Valid for 5 years, requiring a TSA background check
A hazardous materials endorsement is valid for 5 years and requires fingerprints and a TSA background check.
Source: Washington CDL Guide — Section 1: Introduction (Hazardous Material Endorsement)
12. How long is a Commercial Learner Permit valid, and how many times may it be renewed?
Correct answer: Valid for 180 days and renewed one time
A CLP is valid for 180 days and may be renewed only one time.
Source: Washington CDL Guide — Section 1: Introduction (Commercial Learners Permit Requirements)
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