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J. P.
   I have a poss. of sched. II felony from 11/04. I would really like to change careers from construction to OTR driving. I'm 42 years old, not on any parole or probation, and would like to know the real deal regarding trucking with a criminal record. please help? thanks!!!  

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Hi Bill, I do know that you would not be able to enter Canada. You would have to check with some Trucking Companies about their policy concerning you past record. Most background checks go back 3 years, so you may have to wait until 3 years have past since you conviction.  Good Luck. J P  

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J. P. Long

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Trucking Legality, Fuel Taxes, Safety Regulations (Federal Department of Transportation. Over the Road Truck Driver Recruiting,Driver Qualifications for Commercial Drivers License.

Experience

Fifteen years in Transportation Safety with Trucking companies.
Twenty five years Driving and working with Motor Transportation.

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None at present. Former member S.C. Council Safety Supervisors.

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College Degree.

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