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Licensing & Registration Flashcards

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

    Answer: An IDEMIA/IdentoGO-approved fingerprinting vendor designated by TLC

    TLC uses a designated fingerprinting vendor (such as IDEMIA/IdentoGO) to collect and process applicant fingerprints for background checks.

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

    Answer: The license must be transferred or surrendered per TLC procedures

    TLC vehicle licenses do not automatically transfer; the owner must formally transfer or surrender the license through TLC procedures.

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

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

    TLC drivers are subject to random testing and mandatory post-accident testing under federal and TLC drug and alcohol regulations.

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

    Answer: Personal vehicle used for rideshare

    A purely personal vehicle with no commercial-for-hire activity does not need a TLC vehicle license; only vehicles used for paid trips do.

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

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

    Under NY Correction Law Article 23-A, TLC must evaluate the relevance of the conviction to the license, time elapsed, and evidence of rehabilitation.

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

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

    The checklist guides applicants through every document and step required so applications are complete and processed efficiently.

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

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

    Drivers must promptly report a lost or stolen TLC license to the TLC and request an official replacement before continuing to work.