By law, a commercial driver must report any traffic convictions to his/her employer within 30 days. The driver is not required to inform the employer of a speeding ticket until he/she has been convicted or pleads guilty (which happens when one pays a ticket). The question of whether one should report a speeding ticket prior to conviction is another matter. This will depend on the company policy and the driver’s rapport with his/her superiors. Keep in mind that even if the ticket gets reduced or dismissed, most private employers can legally fire a driver over a traffic infraction.