1. Roadside Enforcement Action
Officer-driver communication and CDL/CMV awareness at the point of contact.
Roadside to record
The diagram remains in place while each phase opens as an overlay. This keeps users oriented in the full lifecycle while letting them drill into details one step at a time.
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2. Citation Issued
Accurate roadside citation documentation while facts are fresh.
3. Adjudication
Attorney and court review of the charged offense, evidence, and lawful disposition.
4. Conviction
Final court outcome and accurate court record creation.
5. Conviction Notice Sent to SDLA
Transmission from the court to the licensing agency.
6. CDLIS Driving Record Updated and Sanction Upheld
SDLA updates CDLIS and applies required licensing consequences.
7. CDLIS CDL Holder Driver History Check
Final safeguard for reviewing prior convictions, disqualifications, and eligibility.
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Last Updated: June 2026
Lifecycle phase language is intended as plain-language educational guidance and should be verified against authoritative regulations and state-specific policy.
Lifecycle phase language is intended as plain-language educational guidance and should be verified against authoritative regulations and state-specific policy.