TLC Licensing & Registration 4

Question 1

Which agency conducts the fingerprinting required as part of the TLC driver license application?

Accepted Answer

An IDEMIA/IdentoGO-approved fingerprinting vendor designated by TLC

Answer

The NYPD

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The DMV

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The applicant's base

Question 2

A for-hire vehicle owner sells their vehicle mid-license term. What must happen to the TLC vehicle license?

Accepted Answer

The license must be transferred or surrendered per TLC procedures

Answer

The license automatically transfers to the buyer

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The license remains valid with the original owner for 90 days

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The buyer can operate on the old license for 30 days

Question 3

What drug and alcohol testing requirement applies to TLC-licensed drivers?

Accepted Answer

Drivers are subject to random and post-accident drug and alcohol testing

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No testing is required after initial licensure

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Testing is only required if a passenger complains

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Testing is done once every 5 years at renewal

Question 4

Which of the following vehicle types does NOT require a TLC vehicle license to operate commercially in NYC?

Accepted Answer

Personal vehicle used for rideshare

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Black car (FHV)

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Yellow medallion taxi

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Luxury limousine

Question 5

An applicant for a TLC license was convicted of a felony 8 years ago. How does TLC evaluate this?

Accepted Answer

TLC conducts an Article 23-A analysis weighing rehabilitation and the nature of the offense

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All felonies result in automatic permanent denial

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Felonies older than 5 years are automatically forgiven

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The applicant must re-apply after 10 years

Question 6

What is the purpose of the TLC's 'must-haves' checklist sent to new driver applicants?

Accepted Answer

To outline all documents and requirements needed to complete the license application

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To list the vehicles approved for FHV use

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To set minimum fare requirements

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To assign the driver to a base

Question 7

If a TLC driver's license is lost or stolen, the driver must:

Accepted Answer

Report the loss to the TLC and apply for a replacement license

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Continue working until the next renewal cycle

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Obtain a photocopy from their base to use temporarily

Answer

Report only to the NYPD and not the TLC