Legal Plan
Drivers Legal Plan
Keep Your Driving Record Clean
Protect yourself on and off the road.
For only $32.95 per month, Our Drivers Legal Plan covers you and your spouse for a variety of legal issues critical to maintaining your career.
Tell us what happened. An attorney will call you back.
Attorneys can help keep you on the road without high legal fees.
Stop Paying Hefty Legal Fees.
Note: Legal plans are not free services. They are affordable prepaid legal solutions provided by licensed attorneys.
Stop Paying Hourly Fees Every Time You Face a Driving Legal Issue
Traffic tickets, DUI charges, license suspensions, and CDL violations can each cost hundreds — or thousands — in attorney fees. Most drivers face multiple legal issues over the course of their driving career.
A single DUI defense can cost more than 3 years of plan membership.
A Drivers Legal Plan gives you ongoing attorney access at one flat monthly rate — no surprises.
- Coverage for traffic tickets, DUI, license suspension & CDL violations
- Protect your license and livelihood without unpredictable legal bills
- No hourly billing. No retainer. Plans from $32.95/month
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Drivers Legal Plan
Services Provided
Comprehensive Legal Coverage
If you or your spouse is charged with a criminal act because of a serious traffic accident, a Commercial Drivers Legal Plan attorney will defend you in the court of original jurisdiction for the following charges:
- Manslaughter
- Involuntary manslaughter
- Vehicular homicide
- Negligent homicide
Appeals are not covered.
You and your spouse have 2.5 hours of legal help from a Commercial Drivers Legal Plan attorney in each of the following situations:
Examples of designated Consultations:
- You are denied a driver's license.
- Your driver's license is cancelled, suspended, or revoked by the Department of Public Safety or Department of Motor Vehicles where a right to appeal is provided to you by statute.
- Assistance is needed to reinstate or maintain a driver's license because of job-related or medical reasons.
- Defense of non criminal moving violations in the court of original jurisdiction.
- Defense by an attorney located through your Commercial Drivers Legal Plan Provider Law Firm.
- The attorney appointed for you is usually located in the area where you received the ticket.
You and your spouse are entitled to defense of non-criminal citations issued in your motor vehicle including:
- Logbook
- Overlength
- Overweight
- Overheight
- Load spill
- No placard
- No medical card
- Hazardous material
- No motor carrier authority
- Expired inspection sticker
A Commercial Drivers Legal Plan attorney will help you or your spouse collect property damage claims of $2000 or less for damage as a result of driving, riding in, or being struck by any motor vehicle or boat.
- Covers minor damage to your car or truck.
- You may receive up to 2.5 hours of attorney time per incident.
A Commercial Drivers Legal Plan attorney will help you or your spouse collect personal injury claims of $2000 or less for injuries resulting from driving, riding in, or being struck by any motor vehicle or boat.
You may receive up to 2.5 hours of attorney time per claim.
You and your spouse can receive this and any other transportation-related legal work not specifically covered by this plan at a 25% discount attorney's standard rate.
Members are responsible for paying court costs, fines, and related fees.
Depending on your legal needs, a retainer may be required by your Provider Law Firm prior to services being rendered under this discount.
Your Provider Law Firm is responsible for determining the amount of the retainer and any other anticipated costs.
All LegalShield plans come with access to Member Perks. Because we have over 4.5 million members, we’ve been able to negotiate great discounts from hundreds of popular brands. It’s not uncommon for members to save more money each month on products and services they already use than the cost of their legal plan.
This is a general overview of your legal plan coverage for illustration purposes only. See a plan contract for complete terms, coverage, amounts, conditions and exclusions.
If you'd like to view the full contract, including details, terms, conditions, and exclusions, download the pdf.
Legal Plan Benefits
Why a Drivers Legal Plan Is Right for You
Protection on the road and in the courtroom
Traffic Ticket Defense
Get attorney representation for speeding tickets, red light violations, and non-criminal moving violations — fight every ticket with confidence.
DUI & Serious Charges
Immediate legal guidance for DUI/DWI charges, accident-related criminal acts, and serious violations that threaten your license and freedom.
License Reinstatement
Up to 2.5 hours of attorney time to challenge suspensions, navigate DMV reinstatement procedures, and restore your driving privileges.
CDL & DOT Violations
Defense for commercial drivers facing logbook, overweight, overheight, hazmat, and DOT compliance violations that put your livelihood at risk.
24/7 Legal Access
Accidents and arrests don't keep business hours. Get immediate legal guidance any hour of the day, any day of the year — no waiting, no hourly charges.
Save Thousands
One flat monthly rate replaces unpredictable hourly attorney fees. Members routinely save thousands compared to hiring private traffic or DUI attorneys.
Simple Process
Get Legal Help in 3 Simple Steps
Become a Member
Sign up for the Drivers Legal Plan and set up your account at accounts.legalshield.com. Add yourself and your spouse — coverage starts immediately.
Contact Your Attorney
After a traffic stop, accident, or violation — open the LegalShield app or call your provider law firm. Get immediate legal guidance before you pay any fines or sign anything.
Protect Your License & Record
Your attorney handles ticket defense, license reinstatement, or DUI proceedings — so you can focus on driving while your legal team focuses on protecting your record.
Drive with Confidence
Know your rights. Protect your license. Stay on the road.
Immediate Legal Guidance
Get attorney advice right after a stop, accident, or violation — before making any decisions.
Statewide Attorney Network
Access experienced traffic and drivers law attorneys familiar with local courts and DMV procedures.
No Surprise Bills
One flat monthly rate covers unlimited consultations — no retainer, no hourly charges, ever.
Long-Term Protection
Driving issues follow you for years. Stay protected with ongoing legal access for current and future matters.
Years protecting drivers
Members protected by LegalShield
Annual savings for members
Exclusive deals on your favorite brands
MEMBERPerks Program
Legal Plans Giving You a Smart Way To Get Legal Protection.
Members have the opportunity to save, on average, over $2,000 per year.
MEMBERPerks can save you enough to pay for your membership for years to come!
Enjoy preferred member pricing on your favorite brands and services.
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LegalShield & IDShield Membership Testimonials
We were pleased and would highly recommend your services.
The lawyer who spoke with me was extremely helpful. She answered all my questions, made sure I knew where to complete the Will forms online, and called me to confirm information to complete our forms. The completed Will, Power of Attorney, and Directive to Physicians were completed and back to us within a week. We were pleased and would highly recommend your services.
Sharon H.
TXI feel very confident
It is so great to have help during a terrible situation. I feel very confident that we did the right thing when we purchased a legal plan so many years ago. Thank you.
Cheryl Ann
TexasIt helped me
I am so grateful to be able to consult with an attorney about any legal matter. My phone consultation was beneficial and informative. It helped me make my decision on what to do about a situation.
Julie
ColoradoI don’t need to worry about lawyer costs.
It's a huge comfort knowing I can call my provider lawyer and ask for legal help without worrying about the cost each time.