California, USA, March 14, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
UNITED SIKHS has filed a Writ of Mandamus in Superior Court challenging the cancellation of a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) issued to a lawful permanent resident (LPR) in California. The case seeks judicial review of actions taken by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) after the driver’s CDL was issued and subsequently revoked without explanation on the same day.
The petition asks the court to review the DMV’s decision and determine whether the agency violated due process protections and administrative procedures in denying the driver the ability to continue working as a commercial truck driver.
The client in the case is a lawful permanent resident (green card holder) who had previously applied for and qualified for a California CDL. According to the petition, the driver received notice that his CDL could be cancelled unless he demonstrated proof of lawful status under evolving federal regulations governing non-domiciled commercial driver’s licenses.
After appearing at the DMV before the final deadline, the driver was issued a temporary sixty day (60) CDL confirming his authorization to drive commercially. However, later that same day, he was informed that his license had been cancelled. When he returned to the DMV seeking clarification, officials allegedly declined to provide a written explanation for the revocation.
The writ argues that the cancellation occurred without proper notice, without a written explanation, and without an opportunity for the driver to request a hearing, raising concerns about violations of due process and the Administrative Procedure Act.
The dispute also involves documentation related to the driver’s immigration status. The petitioner had provided both his lawful permanent resident card and documentation from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services confirming the extension of his immigration status while renewal proceedings were pending. According to the filing, these documents were initially accepted by DMV staff before the license was later revoked.
The writ requests that the court compel the DMV to review the case and justify its decision in court. Once filed, the court will require the state, represented by the California Attorney General’s Office, to respond. A hearing is expected to be scheduled in the coming weeks.
UNITED SIKHS has been actively advocating for truck drivers impacted by regulatory changes affecting commercial driver’s licenses, particularly those facing confusion over documentation requirements and immigration-related status classifications.
The organization states that the case reflects its broader commitment to defending workers’ rights, due process, and fair treatment for drivers navigating complex regulatory changes.
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