AACS Counseling has released a critical guide addressing one of the most searched questions among commercial drivers in 2025: “What disqualifies you from returning to duty under the DOT SAP Program?” This guide is designed to support CDL holders and employers in understanding what actions and failures may block a driver’s return to safety-sensitive duties after a DOT violation.

Following the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) recent enhancements in Clearinghouse enforcement, this guide is essential for drivers facing “Prohibited” status who are unclear about how to move forward—or why they may not be eligible to return.

“Failing a drug or alcohol test doesn’t always mean the end of your career. But failing to follow the SAP process correctly can,” said an AACS Counseling spokesperson. “Our goal is to educate drivers on what can disqualify them, and more importantly, how to avoid it.”

Key Disqualifying Factors Include:
❌ Refusal to Participate in a SAP Evaluation
❌ Incomplete or Ignored Treatment Recommendations
❌ Missed Return-to-Duty or Follow-Up Tests
❌ Dishonesty or Falsification During the SAP Process
❌ Using Non-DOT Qualified SAP Professionals
❌ Employer-Reported Noncompliance

The guide also outlines steps to correct disqualifying actions where possible and how to re-enter the SAP process to avoid long-term CDL consequences.

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