Questions and Answers
What is unlicensed activity?
What can unlicensed activity lead to?
The seizure and possible forfeiture of the vehicle involved.
When are fines due?
Within 30 days of the day the Respondent is found guilty.
What happens if a fine is not paid by the due date?
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What is a Black Car?
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What is a Black Car Base?
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What does TLC stand for?
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Who owns Black Car vehicles?
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What percentage of a Black Car Base's business is direct cash?
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What is a voucher used for?
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What is the Critical Driver's Program?
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What is a Defensive Driving Course?
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What is a For-Hire Vehicle?
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What is the maximum seating capacity for an FHV?
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What is a Livery vehicle?
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What is the maximum seating capacity for a Livery vehicle?
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What distinguishes a Luxury Limousine Base?
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What does a Qualified Vehicle License (QVL) authorize?
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What is the valid duration of an FHV Probationary License?
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What is the penalty for driving a TLC licensed vehicle while impaired by liquor or drugs?
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What is the penalty for facilitating sex trafficking with a vehicle?
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What is the seat belt requirement in an FHV?
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Who is responsible for providing a FHV Driver with Workers Compensation?
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Study Notes
Unlicensed Activity
- Unlicensed activity involves providing for-hire services by an unlicensed person or a licensee whose license is inactive (suspended, revoked, or expired).
- Engaging in unlicensed activity can result in the seizure and potential forfeiture of the vehicle.
Fines and License Suspension
- Fines are due within 30 days of a guilty finding.
- If fines are unpaid by the specified due date, the Commission issues a notification of license suspension, effective in 10 business days.
Black Car and Livery Systems
- A Black Car is affiliated with a base that primarily operates on a cashless payment system.
- A Black Car Base conducts over 90% of its business on a non-cash payment basis.
- FHV maximum seating capacity is set at 20 passengers, while Livery vehicles are capped at 6 passengers.
Licensing and Permits
- Qualified Vehicle License (QVL) allows vehicles to provide pre-arranged for-hire transportation.
- Qualified Drivers License (QDL) is necessary for drivers offering pre-arranged transportation.
- Obtaining or renewing an FHV license requires a Defensive Driving Course certificate dated within specific timeframes (6 months for new applicants, 3 years for renewals).
Points and Penalties
- Drivers can face penalties such as revocation or suspension of their probationary license for various offenses, such as driving under the influence, accumulating points on their DMV license, or multiple moving violations.
- The Critical Driver's Program adds penalties for drivers accumulating points over 15 months, impacting their license status.
Fees and License Management
- Late filing of applications incurs a $25 fee; a License Replacement Fee also costs $25.
- An FHV license is valid for 2 years upon renewal, while a probationary license lasts for 1 year.
Traffic Laws and Safety
- Seat belts are effective for injury prevention when used by all occupants of the vehicle.
- Adherence to speed limits is enforced, with a maximum of 25 mph in NYC (unless otherwise posted) and 55 mph where no speed limit exists.
- Activities such as idling in restricted zones, improper handling of emergencies, or non-compliance with safety regulations can lead to penalties.
Responsibilities and Reporting
- Drivers must notify the Commission of a lost or stolen license within 24 hours.
- In the event of an accident, drivers must report incidents immediately to the vehicle owner and the affiliated base.
Emergency Vehicle Protocol
- If a driver hears sirens, they should pull to the curb to check for approaching emergency vehicles.
- School buses require drivers to stop when red lights flash.
Additional Guidelines
- An FHV cannot accept passengers outside pre-arrangement agreements, nor can they solicit pickups in taxi stands or bus stops.
- The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) emphasizes the need for accessibility in transportation services.
- The critical assessment for driver points involves a timeline of 15 months and the potential for a 30-day suspension with 6 points and revocation with 10 points.
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Test your knowledge on the regulations governing for-hire vehicles, including unlicensed activities, fines, and licensing requirements. This quiz covers important definitions and the operational standards for Black Car and Livery systems. Enhance your understanding of transportation laws and compliance.