A Sanford man has been charged with operating a fraudulent Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) school in York County. Paul Rumery allegedly deceived multiple students who paid thousands of dollars for classes that ultimately did not lead to proper licensing.
Details of the Fraudulent CDL School
Court documents reveal that Rumery, accused of running an unlicensed driver education school, was arrested this week. According to a 15-page affidavit, he promised students commercial driving lessons without having a valid driver education license.
Students’ Experiences
Leon Jackson, one of the victims, shared his experience of paying Rumery $10,000 for himself, his son, and two friends to obtain their CDLs. After two years of attending classes, Jackson never received his license. He also stated that Rumery failed to submit his application to the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV).
Due to the ongoing delay, Jackson eventually chose to enroll in a legitimate driving school in Brunswick to obtain his license.
Repercussions for the Community
The impact of Rumery’s actions stretches beyond individual students. Ronald Vance, owner of GoDrivingSchool, reported Rumery to state authorities. He believes that Rumery’s lower prices undermined his legitimate business and took students away from his school.
- Paul Rumery faces eight counts related to operating a fraudulent school.
- Charges stem from allegations of deceiving students seeking CDLs.
- Investigation revealed Rumery taught without a proper license.
- Victim Leon Jackson paid $10,000 without receiving proper training or licensure.
- Rumery’s actions have drawn attention from the Secretary of State.
The Secretary of State emphasized the importance of receiving CDL training from licensed providers. This is crucial not only for public safety but also for consumer protection. As of now, Rumery awaits his court date scheduled for April 30.
