For a first offense of violating an out-of-service order, a driver will face a penalty of: Question For a first offense of violating an out-of-service order, a driver will face a penalty of: Answers Being placed on probation for three months. Losing their CDL for 180 days. Losing their CDL for five years. Losing their CDL for life. Explanation A first conviction of violating an out-of-service order will result in the loss of your CDL for 180 days.