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Five Steps to get Started

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  1. Register for the Clearinghouse

    Click this link to register for the Clearinghouse.
    https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/

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  2. Designate your SAP

    Click this link for instructions on how to choose Nichelle Chandler as your SAP.
    https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/Resource/Index/Designate-SAP

    You must be registered yourself before you can designate anyone, and you search using the exact name the SAP is registered under. Once a SAP accepts your request you cannot switch to a different one, so speak to us first.

  3. Make your payment

    Go to the ‘Payments’ tab on this website to make your payment. Standard is $600 for both evaluations, with the option to pay $300 at a time: $300 for your initial evaluation and $300 for your follow-up when you get there. Same-day is a single $700 payment.

  4. Get Microsoft Teams

    Appointments are conducted virtually over Microsoft Teams, so it does not matter which state you are in. It is free. Pick your device:

    iPhone or iPadApp Store AndroidGoogle Play Windows or MacMicrosoft download

    Joining by phone or tablet? The app is required — Teams meetings can’t be joined from a phone’s web browser. On a computer you can use the app or join in Chrome or Edge. Test your camera and microphone before your appointment. No Microsoft account needed: tap the meeting link and choose Join as guest.

  5. Schedule your appointment

    Call 214-901-7079 to schedule your appointment. Same-day appointments are often available Monday to Friday, and you are guaranteed an appointment within 5 days.

    Then complete your forms online before your appointment — the driver intake form and two short questionnaires.

    Complete your forms

IMPORTANT: Please know the following information at the time of your appointment: VIOLATION DATE, NAME, ADDRESS & PHONE NUMBER FOR COMPANY YOU GOT THE VIOLATION UNDER, SUPERVISOR NAME, AND SUPERVISOR PHONE NUMBER.

CAUTION: Not every substance abuse counselor is a DOT SAP. Only a DOT-qualified Substance Abuse Professional can do the evaluations you need before your return-to-duty test. Ask for credentials before you pay.

SCAM ALERT: Be careful with anyone who contacts you first about your violation, promises guaranteed clearance, or will only take payment through an app like Zelle or Cash App with no other option. Read the warning signs before you pay or designate a SAP.