Taxi Drivers - seatbelts

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Williams answers questions on Avvo only to provide general advice based upon the limited information in the question. From , , in : The taxicab driver must use the E-Z Pass when passing through tolls. Taxi drivers are not permitted to refuse service, because they do not know how to reach a destination. Drivers of taxis don't have to wear a seatbelt whether carrying a passenger or not, drivers of private hire vehicles are only exempt when carrying a passenger.

Should the taxi driver be forced to wear his belt, too? On a drunken night out we grilled a cabby about this lol, apparentley when no oneis in the car he should wear it. Drivers are not permitted to refuse passengers with more than one stop.

Wearing a seat belt and exemptions

I am here to... It is comprised of a number, followed by a letter, followed by two numbers. Without this information or the name of the driver and the license number, it is difficult to identify the taxicab without the driver first contacting the TLC or the passenger. It is a good idea to always take a receipt when exiting the taxicab. This light is called a trouble light and is located on the back of the Taxi, just to the left of the trunk lock. It is used to send out a silent distress call in the event of a crime. A driver who is being robbed can press a button in the cab, which causes the light to flash and alerts passing police cars. From in : The maximum amount of passengers allowed in a yellow taxicab by law is four 4 in a four 4 passenger taxicab or five 5 passengers in a five 5 passenger taxicab, except that an additional passenger must be accepted if such passenger is under the age of seven 7 and is held on the lap of an adult passenger seated in the rear. From in : The Taxi and Limousine Commission's TLC rules state that a passenger who is unable to enter or ride in the passenger part of the taxicab must be permitted to occupy the front seat alongside the driver. Drivers are not permitted to refuse passengers with more than one stop. There is no limit to how many stops are allowed. Keep in mind, the taximeter will run as one continuous trip; it is not turned off and then started again with every stop. You pay the entire fare at the end of your trip. If you encounter a situation where the driver refuses you service based on multiple destinations, get the taxicab medallion number, and contact us at 3-1-1 to file a complaint against the driver. From , , in : The taxicab driver must use the E-Z Pass when passing through tolls. The passenger will reimburse the driver for any toll cost during the trip. The passenger will be paying the discounted E Z Pass toll rate. Drivers are required to know the streets of Manhattan as well as major destinations in the other boroughs. Additionally, all New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission licensed taxi drivers must have a map available to them when on duty. If they do not, they are in violation of TLC rules and regulations. Taxi drivers are not permitted to refuse service, because they do not know how to reach a destination. They must consult their 5-borough map to identify the best route to any destination within the 5 boroughs. From and in : According to the Taxi and Limousine Commission rules, drivers are not allowed to use cellular phones or any communication device, hands free or otherwise, while operating a cab. Drivers of yellow medallion taxicabs and for-hire vehicles and their passengers, are exempt from laws regarding car seats and seatbelts. Keep in mind, the TLC encourages everyone in the vehicle to buckle their seatbelts while riding in a cab. There are no Taxi and Limousine Commission rules regarding this, as it is a State exemption. Passengers with children are encouraged to bring their own car seats, which the drivers must allow passengers to install. There is no set fare to or from JFK to any point in New York City outside of Manhattan, and the metered rate applies. LaGuardia International Airport - There is no set fare for trips to and from LaGuardia International Airport. The regular metered rate of fare, as is displayed below, applies in all cases. The taximeter shall combine fractional measures of distance and time to accrue a unit of fare. Any combination of distance or time shall be computed by the taximeter in accordance with the National Bureau of Standards. The fare shall include pre-assessment of the unit currently being accrued; the amount due may therefore include a full unit charge for a final, fractional unit. Different variables such as heavy traffic and tolls should be taken into account in gauging the final cost of your trip. The flat fares extends to the islands of Manhattan that have vehicular access, including Franklin D. Roosevelt, Belmont, Ellis, Governor's, Liberty, Mill Rock, Randall's, Ward's Islands. Rate Code 4 is double the amount of Rate Code 1. For any other county: The fare will be a set rate, pre-determined between the passenger and the driver that must be paid at the end of the trip. Rate Code 4 is double the amount of Rate Code 1. It is impossible to pre-calculate a fare, because the meter rate depends on traffic, construction, weather, and route to the destination. A taxicab driver is required to drive a passenger to any destination in the five boroughs. You can make a refusal complaint by calling 3-1-1. For a list of TLC Licensed For-Hire services, please click on. Please note: This list is sorted by Borough and by Zip Code for your convenience. If you would like to obtain information on Vehicle Insurance information, please. What do I do? The TLC does not have regulatory authority over insurance claims. These are handled by the New York State Insurance Department. If you are having problems with an insurance claim with a TLC licensee and you would like to file a complaint with the New York State Insurance Department, please. Do I have to sign the receipt? If the screen indicates that the credit card has been approved, your card will be charged and the driver will be paid. In most cases the last four digits of your credit card number will be noted on the receipt. If you are double charged, go to to bring a consumer complaint against the driver and your credit card company to request a chargeback. If you want to press charges against the driver, you must attend a TLC hearing at 40 Rector Street in Lower Manhattan to pursue a consumer complaint. Passengers should always ask for a receipt. Drivers are required to accept American Express, MasterCard, VISA and Discover and some will accept the JCB Card for all fares. What if a driver says the system is not working? The passenger should note the medallion number and go to. Drivers are permitted to work with a broken system for up to 48 hours as long as they have reported the problem and are awaiting repair. Almost all 90% system repairs must be completed within six hours. All the equipment is installed in the back seat of the cab. The passenger swipes the card and can enter the tip on the touch screen located in the back seat. There is no need to hand the card to the driver. In addition, all taxicab systems are certified under the Payment Card Industry PCI Data Security Standard. Can I use a keypad to enter my debit card pin number? There are no PIN based functions built into the systems. This feature may be added at a later date. If a MasterCard or Visa logo is present on the debit card, it should be accepted by the cabs. Credit cards: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, and in some instances, JCB Debit cards: Signature based Visa and MasterCard. How will I get my receipt? The driver will hand you the receipt as they do now. Inform the driver that you wish to pay by credit card.

The proposal comes as the taxi commission, under pressure from safety experts and from emergency-room doctors who have treated dozens of patients with disfiguring injuries from crashing into the partitions, has begun soliciting proposals for a safer partition design from car and partition manufacturers and research institutions. However, if a physical condition inhibits the proper use of a seat belt, you may be exempt from the seat belt law if your doctor certifies your condition and exemption in writing. If you move the seat check your mirrors are still in the right place. The rationale: Drivers may need to make a quick escape from dangerous riders. Do not buckle the child in with you because your weight could crush him or her in the event of an impact or sudden braking. A taxicab driver is required to drive a passenger to any destination in the five boroughs.