Old paratransit rules (drivers, vehicles and bases)

Paratransit driver license applicant requirements

Old Rule 4-03(a) listed what an applicant for a TLC paratransit (ambulette) driver's license needed: be at least 18, prove identity with photo ID and a Social Security card, have at least 20/40 vision in each eye, and hold a valid, unrestricted New York State driver's license of the right class.

Replaced by §56-04

Former TLC Rule 4-03(a)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit base not on commercial or properly zoned property

Old Rule 4-05(a) required a paratransit base to be on commercial property or in a zone that allows a base, except that a base with four vehicles or fewer could be kept at the owner's home.

Replaced by §60B-14

Former TLC Rule 4-05(a)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit base without outside sign

Old Rule 4-05(c) required a paratransit base to keep an outside sign showing its business name and phone number and telling the public it is a paratransit base.

Replaced by §60B-14

Former TLC Rule 4-05(c)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver didn't answer or follow TLC directives — another spelling of §4-06A (Paratransit driver didn't answer or follow TLC directives).

Driving a paratransit vehicle without a TLC paratransit driver's license — another spelling of §4-06C (Driving a paratransit vehicle without a TLC paratransit driver's license).

Paratransit driver didn't answer or follow TLC directives

Old Rule 4-06(a) required a paratransit driver to answer and comply as directed with all questions, communications, directives, restrictions and summonses from the TLC, and to produce his or her paratransit driver's license, chauffeur's license, trip records or other documents when the TLC asked.

Replaced by §56-12(g)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $200 and suspension until compliance. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-06(a)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Driving a paratransit vehicle that isn't TLC-licensed

Old Rule 4-06(b) barred a driver from operating a paratransit vehicle for hire in New York City unless the vehicle itself was properly licensed by the TLC. It is one of the rules with a mandatory penalty under §4-13.

Replaced by §56-11(A) — Paratransit driver drove a vehicle without a TLC vehicle license

Fine (published)

Mandatory penalty (§4-13): $100–$350 per violation; $350–$500 for a second violation within 24 months; license revocation for a third within 24 months. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-06(b)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Driving a paratransit vehicle without a TLC paratransit driver's license

Old Rule 4-06(c) required anyone driving a New York City paratransit (ambulette) vehicle for hire to be licensed as a driver by the TLC. It was the most charged paratransit driver rule.

Replaced by §56-11(B) — Driving a paratransit vehicle without a TLC paratransit driver license

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $100 first offense; $250 second; $350 third; $500 for four or more offenses within 12 months. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-06(c)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver without required licenses or insurance

Old Rule 4-06(d) barred a driver from operating a paratransit vehicle unless (1) he or she had a paratransit driver's license, (2) he or she had a valid New York chauffeur's license or the equivalent from the home state, and (3) the vehicle was insured as State law requires.

Replaced by §56-11(d)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06(d)): (1) $100; (2) $100–$350 and/or suspension (2004 text: for the same period as the DMV suspension; 2010 text: up to 30 days, summary suspension until compliance); (3) $100. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-06(d)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver without a paratransit driver's license

Old Rule 4-06(d)(1) barred anyone from operating a paratransit vehicle unless he or she possessed a TLC paratransit driver's license.

Replaced by §56-11(D)(1) — Paratransit driver without a valid TLC paratransit license (2011 rule)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $100. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-06(d)(1)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver without a valid chauffeur's license

Old Rule 4-06(d)(2) barred anyone from operating a paratransit vehicle unless he or she held a valid New York State chauffeur's license, or a similar valid license from the driver's home state.

Replaced by §56-11(C) — Paratransit driver without a valid chauffeur's license

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (2010 text): $100–$350 and/or suspension up to 30 days unless exempted; summary suspension until compliance. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-06(d)(2)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit vehicle driven without adequate insurance

Old Rule 4-06(d)(3) barred a driver from operating a paratransit vehicle unless the vehicle was adequately insured under New York State law.

Replaced by §56-11(e)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $100. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-06(d)(3)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Driving a paratransit vehicle on a suspended, revoked or expired license

Old Rule 4-06(e) barred a driver from operating a paratransit vehicle in New York City while his or her paratransit driver's license was revoked, suspended or expired.

Replaced by §56-11(g)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $100 first offense; $250 second; $350 third; four or more offenses within 12 months go to OATH. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-06(e)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver didn't report a criminal conviction

Old Rule 4-06(g) required a paratransit driver to tell the TLC within 15 days of being convicted of a crime and to deliver a certified certificate of disposition from the court within 15 days of sentencing.

Replaced by §56-12(f)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25–$150. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-06(g)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver didn't safeguard licenses

Old Rule 4-06(h) required a paratransit driver to safeguard his or her paratransit driver's license and the vehicle license. Locking them in the vehicle during the shift was fine, but leaving them in the vehicle while someone else had it was not.

Replaced by §56-10(f)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-06(h)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit vehicle not in safe operating condition

Old Rule 4-06(p) barred a driver from operating a paratransit vehicle or carrying passengers in it unless it was in safe operating condition and met all State and City vehicle and traffic laws and all TLC paratransit requirements.

Replaced by §56-22

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $50–$150. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-06(p)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver didn't inspect the vehicle's equipment before driving

Old Rule 4-06(q) required a paratransit driver to personally check, before driving, that the vehicle's equipment worked properly, including brakes, tires, lights, signals, wheelchair ramps and the devices that fasten wheelchairs in place. A charge means an inspector found the driver had not done this check or drove with equipment that was not in good working order. The TLC's 2011 crosswalk moved this duty to §56-22(b).

Replaced by §56-22(B) — Paratransit driver did not check vehicle equipment before driving

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06, 2004 and 2010 texts): $15–$150. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-06(q)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Required items missing from the paratransit vehicle (driver charge)

Old Rule 4-06(r) listed items that must be in a paratransit vehicle before it operates: the driver's paratransit license, the registration, the vehicle license ("vehicle identification card" in 2004), an insurance card, any lease card, the trip record, and required notices; from July 2008 an electronic trip record system replaced the paper record.

Replaced by §56-23(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06(r)): 2004 text $15 per violation, $30 maximum; 2010 text $15 per missing item (items 1–7) and $250 for item (8), the electronic trip record. Personal appearance not required for items 1–7.

Former TLC Rule 4-06(r)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver's license not in the vehicle

Old Rule 4-06(r)(1) required the driver's paratransit driver's license to be in the paratransit vehicle before it operated.

Replaced by §56-23(A)(1) — Paratransit driver license not in the vehicle

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (2010 text): $15. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-06(r)(1)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Vehicle registration not in the paratransit vehicle

Old Rule 4-06(r)(2) required the vehicle's certificate of registration, or a copy, to be in the paratransit vehicle before it operated.

Replaced by §56-23(A)(2) — Paratransit vehicle registration not in the vehicle

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (2010 text): $15. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-06(r)(2)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit vehicle license not in the vehicle

Old Rule 4-06(r)(3) required the TLC paratransit vehicle license (called the "vehicle identification card" in the 2004 text), or a copy, to be in the vehicle before it operated.

Replaced by §56-23(a)(3)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06(r), 2004 text, matching these 2005 charges): $15 per violation, $30 maximum. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-06(r)(3)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Insurance card not in the paratransit vehicle

Old Rule 4-06(r)(4) required an insurance card, or a copy, to be in the paratransit vehicle before it operated.

Replaced by §56-23(A)(4) — Paratransit vehicle insurance card not in the vehicle

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06(r), 2004 text, matching this 2005 charge): $15 per violation, $30 maximum. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-06(r)(4)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Trip record not in the paratransit vehicle

Old Rule 4-06(r)(6) required the written trip record (the "call sheet" in the 2004 text) to be in the paratransit vehicle before it operated.

Replaced by §56-23(A)(6) — Paratransit trip record not in the vehicle

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06(r), 2004 text, matching these 2005 charges): $15 per violation, $30 maximum. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-06(r)(6)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver didn't keep the trip record properly

Old Rule 4-06(s) required a paratransit driver to keep a legible, current trip record in ink, to sign at the start of each shift that the vehicle and equipment were in good order and all required items were present, and to record each trip's required details.

Replaced by §56-24(b)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06(s)): 2004 text $15 per violation, $30 maximum; 2010 text $50 per violation, $100 maximum per vehicle stop. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-06(s)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver let the engine idle too long

Old Rule 4-06(v) barred a paratransit driver from letting the engine idle unnecessarily for more than three minutes and required following the City's Air Pollution Control Code.

Replaced by §56-22(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-06(v)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver used a phone while driving

Old Rule 4-06(z) barred a paratransit driver from using a telephone (in the 2010 text, any portable or hands-free electronic device) while driving, unless the vehicle was lawfully stopped or parked. A call to 911 in an emergency was a defense, and from 2010 drivers found guilty had to take a distracted-driving course.

Replaced by §56-14(I)(1) — Paratransit driver used a phone or electronic device while driving

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $200. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-06(z)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver drove in a way that endangered others

Old Rule 4-07(a)(1) barred a paratransit driver from driving at a speed or in a manner that unreasonably endangered other people or their property — the paratransit version of reckless driving.

Replaced by §56-14(B) — Paratransit driver drove recklessly

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25–$250 and/or suspension up to 30 days, or revocation if found guilty more than 3 times in 12 months. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-07(a)(1)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver didn't stop and exchange information after an accident

Old Rule 4-07(a)(2) required a paratransit driver who knew or had reason to know the vehicle caused injury or property damage to stop, show his or her licenses and insurance card, and give his or her name, address, license number, vehicle number and insurance details to the other person or a police officer.

Replaced by §56-14(c)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25–$250 and/or suspension up to 30 days, or revocation if found guilty more than 3 times in 12 months. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-07(a)(2)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver broke traffic laws

Old Rule 4-07(a)(3) required a paratransit driver to obey all New York State and City traffic laws and the rules of the Port Authority, the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority and any other agency with power over motor vehicles.

Replaced by §56-13(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25–$250 and/or suspension up to 30 days, or revocation if found guilty more than 3 times in 12 months. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-07(a)(3)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver didn't report an accident to the owner

Old Rule 4-07(a)(4) required a paratransit driver to immediately report to the vehicle owner any accident involving the driver and vehicle (the 2010 text also required reporting traffic tickets and convictions to the employer under Article 19-A).

Replaced by §56-14(h)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25–$250 and/or suspension up to 30 days. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-07(a)(4)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver didn't cooperate with officers or inspectors

Old Rule 4-07(b) required a paratransit driver to cooperate with law enforcement officers and TLC representatives and, when asked, give his or her name, license number, the vehicle identification card, the trip record and any other required documents.

Replaced by §56-12(H) — Paratransit driver did not cooperate with police or TLC officers

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $15–$150. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-07(b)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver impaired by alcohol or drugs

Old Rule 4-07(c) barred a paratransit driver from driving when his or her ability was impaired by alcohol or drugs, and from drinking alcohol or using illegal drugs while in the vehicle.

Replaced by §56-14(d)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $50–$300 and/or suspension or revocation. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-07(c)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver let an unlicensed person drive

Old Rule 4-07(d) barred a paratransit driver from letting anyone not currently TLC-licensed drive the vehicle he or she was dispatched in, unless the owner directed it. It carries the mandatory penalties of §4-13.

Replaced by §56-11(d)(2)

Fine (published)

Mandatory penalty (§4-13): $100–$350 per violation; $350–$500 for a second violation within 24 months; license revocation for a third within 24 months. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-07(d)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver worked more than 12 hours in a row

Old Rule 4-07(e) barred a paratransit driver from driving after working more than 12 consecutive hours, except to finish a trip with a passenger picked up before the 12th hour if the driver was alert enough to drive safely.

Replaced by §56-14(f)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-07(e)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver committed fraud or acted against the public interest

Old Rule 4-07(g) barred a paratransit driver from committing or attempting fraud, misrepresentation or larceny, alone or with others, or any willful act or omission against the public interest while working as a driver.

Replaced by §56-12(c)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25–$350 and/or suspension up to 30 days. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-07(g)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit vehicle used for an unlawful purpose

Old Rule 4-07(h) barred a paratransit driver from using, or letting anyone use, the vehicle for any unlawful purpose and required the driver to report any criminal use or attempt involving the vehicle to the police right away.

Replaced by §56-12(k)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25–$350 and/or suspension up to 30 days. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-07(h)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver discourteous or ignored reasonable requests

Old Rule 4-08(a) required a paratransit driver (1) to be courteous to the public and (2) to follow all lawful, reasonable passenger requests, including giving his or her name, paratransit driver's license number and the vehicle's license number when asked.

Replaced by §56-15(Q) — Paratransit driver was not courteous to passengers

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): (1) $25, appearance not required; (2) $50–$100, appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-08(a)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver was discourteous

Old Rule 4-08(a)(1) required a paratransit driver to be courteous to the public.

Replaced by §56-15(Q) — Paratransit driver was not courteous to passengers

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-08(a)(1)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver ignored a reasonable passenger request

Old Rule 4-08(a)(2) required a paratransit driver to follow all lawful and reasonable passenger requests, including giving his or her name, paratransit driver's license number and the vehicle's license number when asked.

Replaced by §56-16(C) — Paratransit driver refused to give name or license number

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $50–$100. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-08(a)(2)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver threatened, harassed or abused someone

Old Rule 4-08(b) barred a paratransit driver from threatening, harassing or abusing any passenger, TLC representative or other person while working, and from distracting a service animal with a person with a disability.

Replaced by §56-12(I) — Paratransit driver threatened, harassed or abused someone

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $50–$350 and/or suspension up to 30 days. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-08(b)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver used physical force

Old Rule 4-08(c) barred a paratransit driver from using, or trying to use, physical force against a passenger, TLC representative or anyone else while working, and from harming a service animal.

Replaced by §56-12(J) — Paratransit driver used or threatened physical force

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25–$350 and/or suspension up to 30 days or possible revocation (OATH). Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-08(c)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver refused a change of destination

Old Rule 4-08(d) required a paratransit driver to follow a passenger's reasonable request to change the destination or end the trip, unless doing so was impossible or unsafe or went against the interests of other passengers.

Replaced by §56-16(B) — Paratransit driver refused a request to change destination or end trip

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25–$150. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-08(d)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver didn't help a passenger board or leave

Old Rule 4-08(e) required a paratransit driver to give every passenger — walking or using a wheelchair or other mobility aid — all necessary help getting into the vehicle, being secured, getting out and reaching the destination, including seeing that a service animal boarded and exited. Help up or down steps was not required.

Replaced by §56-15(n)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $100–$350 and/or suspension up to 30 days and possible revocation (OATH). Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-08(e)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver used a faulty wheelchair ramp or tie-down

Old Rule 4-08(f) required a paratransit driver to use only wheelchair ramps and fastening (tie-down) devices that worked properly and were secure.

Replaced by §56-26(A) — Paratransit driver used a faulty wheelchair ramp or securement

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25–$250 and/or suspension up to 30 days. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-08(f)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver refused a dispatched, prearranged passenger

Old Rule 4-08(g) barred a paratransit driver from refusing, by words, gestures or other means and without a justifiable reason listed in the rules, to transport a person who prearranged a trip within New York City, including a passenger with a service animal. It carries the mandatory penalties of §4-13.

Replaced by §56-20(A) — Paratransit driver refused a prearranged passenger

Fine (published)

Mandatory penalty (§4-13): $100–$350 per violation; $350–$500 for a second violation within 24 months; license revocation for a third within 24 months. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-08(g)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver not punctual

Old Rule 4-08(j) required a paratransit driver to be diligent and reasonably punctual in picking up and transporting passengers.

Replaced by §56-15(O) — Paratransit driver late picking up or transporting passengers

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-08(j)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver didn't follow a radio request

Old Rule 4-08(k) required a paratransit driver to turn the radio on or off when a passenger asked, let the passenger choose the station, keep the volume reasonable and obey noise laws.

Replaced by §56-16(e)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-08(k)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver smoked with a passenger

Old Rule 4-08(m) barred a paratransit driver from smoking while transporting a passenger or while helping a passenger into or out of the vehicle.

Replaced by §56-15(C) — Paratransit driver smoked while carrying or helping a passenger

Former TLC Rule 4-08(m)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver overcharged or charged extra for a disability

Old Rule 4-08(n) barred a paratransit driver from charging, or trying to charge, more than the fare filed with the TLC, and from adding any charge for a person with a disability, a service animal, or a wheelchair or other mobility aid. It carries the mandatory penalties of §4-13.

Replaced by §56-15(g)

Fine (published)

Mandatory penalty (§4-13): $100–$350 per violation; $350–$500 for a second violation within 24 months; license revocation for a third within 24 months. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-08(n)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver asked for a tip

Old Rule 4-08(p) barred a paratransit driver from asking for a tip or suggesting in any way that a tip was expected or required.

Replaced by §56-15(G)(4) — Paratransit driver asked for or suggested a tip

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $50. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-08(p)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver didn't give a receipt

Old Rule 4-08(q) required a paratransit driver to give a passenger who asked a receipt at the end of the trip, legibly showing the date, time, plate number, base name, fare, extras and the TLC complaint phone number.

Replaced by §56-16(d)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-08(q)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver didn't take the most reasonable route

Old Rule 4-08(s) required a paratransit driver to take passengers to their destination by the most reasonable route, unless the driver or a passenger asked for another route and all other passengers agreed.

Replaced by §56-16(A) — Paratransit driver did not take the shortest route

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25–$150. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-08(s)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit driver picked up street hails

Old Rule 4-08(t) allowed a paratransit driver to pick up passengers only by prearrangement and barred soliciting or responding to street hails. It carries the mandatory penalties of §4-13.

Replaced by §56-19(A) — Paratransit driver picked up a street hail

Fine (published)

Mandatory penalty (§4-13): $100–$350 per violation; $350–$500 for a second violation within 24 months; license revocation for a third within 24 months. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-08(t)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Owner or base dispatched an unlicensed paratransit vehicle

Old Rule 4-09(a) barred a paratransit vehicle owner from letting, and a base owner from dispatching or allowing, an unlicensed vehicle to operate for hire as a paratransit vehicle. Owner and base were each separately liable. It carries the mandatory penalties of §4-13.

Replaced by §60A-10(A) — Paratransit vehicle dispatched or operated without a TLC license

Fine (published)

Mandatory penalty (§4-13): $100–$350 per violation; $350–$500 for a second violation within 24 months; license revocation for a third within 24 months. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(a)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit owner or base license renewal filed late

Old Rule 4-09(aa) required an owner or base owner to submit the license renewal application before the license expired, unless the TLC extended the deadline.

Replaced by §60A-05

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(aa)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Owner or base dispatched a driver without a paratransit license

Old Rule 4-09(b) allowed a paratransit vehicle owner to let its vehicle be dispatched, and a base to dispatch, only with a driver holding a current TLC paratransit driver's license. Owner and base were each separately liable. It was the second most charged paratransit rule and carries the mandatory penalties of §4-13.

Replaced by §60A-10(B) — Paratransit vehicle driven by someone without a TLC paratransit license

Fine (published)

Mandatory penalty (§4-13): $100–$350 per violation; $350–$500 for a second violation within 24 months; license revocation for a third within 24 months. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(b)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Owner or base used a driver without a valid state license or Article 19-A check

Old Rule 4-09(c) barred an owner from knowingly letting, and a base from dispatching, a driver without a current, valid state driver's license, and barred either from employing a driver without the Article 19-A (Vehicle and Traffic Law §509-d) qualification steps. It carries the mandatory penalties of §4-13.

Replaced by §60A-10(C) — Paratransit vehicle driven by someone without a valid state license

Fine (published)

Mandatory penalty (§4-13): $100–$350 per violation; $350–$500 for a second violation within 24 months; license revocation for a third within 24 months. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(c)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit vehicle dispatched from an unapproved base

Old Rule 4-09(d) required that a paratransit vehicle be dispatched only from a base currently approved by the TLC, unless the State DOT exempted it. Owner and base were each liable.

Replaced by §60A-10(e)

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $150. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(d)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit owner without liability insurance or proof filed

Old Rule 4-09(dd) required a paratransit owner to (1) keep State-required liability insurance on every vehicle and (2) send the TLC proof of coverage — carrier, address and policy number for each vehicle — by January 15 each year.

Replaced by §60A-11

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-09(dd)): 2004 text $50 for (1) and $50 for (2); 2010 text prints $50 for (2). Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(dd)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit base sold or transferred without TLC approval

Old Rule 4-09(e) required a base owner to notify the TLC and get approval before transferring, selling or assigning the base; the new owner had to file a base application, and the fleet could move only if vehicles met the age rules.

Replaced by §60B-08

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-09(e)): 2004 text $100; 2010 text $150. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(e)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit owner didn't report insurance cancellation or change

Old Rule 4-09(ee) required an owner to tell the TLC in writing within 72 hours of being notified that the liability insurance was cancelled, or that the carrier or policy number changed.

Replaced by §60A-11

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $100. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(ee)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit owner or base didn't report changes within 72 hours

Old Rule 4-09(f) required an owner and base owner to report to the TLC within 72 hours any important change, such as changes in finances, ownership, title or registration, or a base's address.

Replaced by §60A-21(D) — Paratransit owner did not report ownership or registration changes

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $50. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(f)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit base without required signage

Old Rule 4-09(g) required a base owner to keep a sign at the base showing the base name and telling the public it is a base.

Replaced by §60B-14

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $50. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(g)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit trip record not signed or incomplete

Old Rule 4-09(gg) allowed a paratransit vehicle to be dispatched only after the owner or agent signed the trip record, which had to include the driver's license number, the plate number, pick-up and drop-off times and places, and other required entries (the 2004 text also required passenger names and a vehicle-condition certification).

Replaced by §60B-18

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-09(gg)): 2004 text $15 per violation, $30 maximum; 2010 text $50 per violation, $100 maximum per vehicle stop. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(gg)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit trip record missing the driver's name or license number

Old Rule 4-09(gg)(1) required the paratransit trip record to show the driver's paratransit driver's license number (in the 2004 text, the driver's name and license number, entered in ink at the start of each shift) before the vehicle was dispatched.

Replaced by §60B-18

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-09(gg)): 2004 text $15 per violation, $30 maximum; 2010 text $50 per violation, $100 maximum per vehicle stop. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(gg)(1)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit trip record missing drop-off date and time

In the 2010 text, old Rule 4-09(gg)(4) required each paratransit trip record to show the date and time each passenger was dropped off. (In the 2004 text, item (4) was the owner's certification that the vehicle and equipment were in good condition.)

Replaced by §60B-18

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (2010 text): $50 per violation, $100 maximum per vehicle stop (row 4-09(gg)). Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(gg)(4)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit trip record missing pick-up and drop-off locations

Old Rule 4-09(gg)(5), in the 2010 text, required each paratransit trip record to show the locations of pick-ups and drop-offs.

Replaced by §60B-18

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (2010 text): $50 per violation, $100 maximum per vehicle stop (row 4-09(gg)). Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(gg)(5)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Advertising paratransit service without a TLC license

Old Rule 4-09(h) barred an owner without a current paratransit vehicle license from advertising or holding out as "having Paratransit Service" or similar. It carries the mandatory penalties of §4-13.

Replaced by §60A-10(f)

Fine (published)

Mandatory penalty (§4-13): $100–$350 per violation; $350–$500 for a second violation within 24 months; license revocation for a third within 24 months. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(h)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit rate schedule not filed with the TLC

Old Rule 4-09(j) required a base owner (in 2004, the owner) to file its schedule of fares with the TLC every year and whenever it changed, at least ten days before the new rates took effect.

Replaced by §60A-22

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $50. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(j)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit records not kept for three years (paragraph cited doesn't exist)

Old Rule 4-09(jj) required owners and bases to keep complete financial and operating records for three years and make them available for inspection — insurance records and other operating documents for owners; trip records, workers' compensation coverage and other base documents for bases. It has no paragraph (4), so the exact item intended is unclear.

Replaced by §60B-20

Former TLC Rule 4-09(jj)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit vehicle not meeting TLC specifications or markings

Old Rule 4-09(k) required an owner to follow the TLC's paratransit vehicle specifications and all rules for owners, and required owner and base to follow the TLC's marking specifications for paratransit vehicles.

Replaced by §60A-28

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $50. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(k)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit owner or base didn't cooperate with inspectors

Old Rule 4-09(m) required an owner and base owner to cooperate with TLC enforcement officers and follow their reasonable requests, including giving names, license numbers, trip records and other required documents.

Replaced by §60A-12

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $15–$150. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(m)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit owner or base without a 24-hour contact number on file

Old Rule 4-09(mm)(1) (2010 text) required an owner and base owner to keep on file with the TLC a working phone number with an answering machine, pager or similar contact so the TLC could reach them 24 hours a day. In the 2004 text the same duty was (ll)(1) and (mm) was workers' compensation.

Replaced by §60A-19

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (2010 text): $100. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(mm)(1)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit electronic trip data not sent to the TLC monthly

Old Rule 4-09(nn), in force from July 1, 2008, required paratransit owners and bases to send the TLC electronic trip record data every month (driver license, plate, pick-up and drop-off times and places).

Replaced by §60B-18

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (2010 text): $250 for a violation on or before December 31, 2008; after that $250 and suspension until compliance. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(nn)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit owner or base committed fraud or acted against the public

Old Rule 4-09(p) barred an owner or base owner from committing or attempting fraud, misrepresentation or larceny, alone or with others, or any willful act or omission against the public's best interests while doing business.

Replaced by §60A-12

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25–$350 and/or suspension up to 30 days. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(p)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit owner or base didn't answer or follow TLC directives

Old Rule 4-09(s) required an owner and base owner to promptly answer and comply with all communications, directives, restrictions and summonses from the TLC. It was the most charged paratransit owner rule, often written by the TLC when an ambulette company ignored a notice.

Replaced by §60A-12

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $200 and suspension until compliance. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(s)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit base didn't inform drivers of TLC rules

Old Rule 4-09(t) made a base owner (in 2004, the owner) responsible for telling drivers and employees about all rules on driver conduct, amendments and TLC notices, and for keeping a current copy of the TLC rules at the base.

Replaced by §60B-17

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $50. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-09(t)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit vehicle not clean or in good appearance

Old Rule 4-10(a) required an owner to keep the vehicles clean, well painted and of good appearance.

Replaced by §60A-27

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-06 to §4-12, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-10(a)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit vehicle dispatched without an equipment check

Old Rule 4-10(b) allowed a base (in 2004, an owner) to dispatch a paratransit vehicle only after checking that brakes, tires, lights, signals, wheelchair ramps, tie-downs and heating and ventilation worked and met State law and TLC rules; the owner was responsible for repairs.

Replaced by §60A-26

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-10(b)): $50–$500 in both the 2004 and 2010 texts. Personal appearance required in 2004, not required in 2010.

Former TLC Rule 4-10(b)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)

Paratransit vehicle dispatched without State DOT inspection

Old Rule 4-10(c) allowed an owner to have paratransit vehicles dispatched only if they had been inspected and approved by the New York State Department of Transportation.

Replaced by §60A-25

Fine (published)

Old penalty column (§4-10(c)): 2004 text $100–$500 and/or 30 days' suspension, personal appearance required; 2010 text $100–$500, personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 4-10(c)TLC Rules, old Chapter 4 – Paratransit (last version, Dec 2010; 2004 archive copy compared)