Old for-hire vehicle rules (drivers, vehicles and bases)

For-hire driver smoked in the vehicle — another spelling of §6-16J (For-hire driver smoked in the vehicle).

For-hire driver used a phone while driving — another spelling of §6-16U (For-hire driver used a phone while driving).

For-hire driver used a phone or electronic device while driving — another spelling of §6-16U1 (For-hire driver used a phone or electronic device while driving).

Driving a for-hire vehicle in a way that endangered others

Old Rule 6-16(a) barred a for-hire driver from driving in a way, or at a speed, that put other drivers, pedestrians or the driver's own passengers in danger. It was the old reckless-driving rule for livery, black-car and limousine drivers.

Replaced by §80-14(A) — Reckless driving

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $350–$1,000 and/or suspension up to 30 days, or revocation if found guilty more than 3 times in 18 months. Personal appearance required.

Points

4 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(a)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Did not show license and exchange information after an accident

Old Rule 6-16(b) required a for-hire driver who knew, or should have known, that their car was involved in an accident causing injury or property damage to stop before leaving and show their chauffeur's license, TLC permit and vehicle permit, and give their name, permit numbers, insurance company and policy number.

Replaced by §80-13(A)(4) — Leaving the scene of a collision without stopping and reporting

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $25–$250 and/or suspension up to 30 days. Personal appearance required.

Points

4 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g)) ('leaving scene of accident')

Former TLC Rule 6-16(b)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver broke a traffic law

Old Rule 6-16(c) required for-hire drivers to obey all state and city traffic laws and the rules of the Port Authority, the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority and other agencies. TLC added its own fine on top of any traffic ticket, sorted into parking/standing, ordinary moving, and hazardous moving violations.

Replaced by §80-13(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $50 for stationary-vehicle violations (c)(1), $150 for other moving violations (c)(2), $250 for hazardous moving violations (c)(3). Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 6-16(c)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver parking or standing violation

Old Rule 6-16(c)(1) covered for-hire drivers breaking laws or rules for stationary vehicles: illegal parking, standing or stopping, such as waiting at a hydrant, a bus stop or a no-standing zone. Often written by Port Authority police at the airports and by NYPD. It was one of the most charged old for-hire driver rules, ahead even of street-hail charges.

Replaced by §80-13(A)(1) — Stationary (parking/standing) traffic violation

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $50. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 6-16(c)(1)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver moving violation (non-hazardous)

Old Rule 6-16(c)(2) covered for-hire drivers breaking traffic laws while moving, other than the hazardous violations listed in (c)(3). Examples are blocking the box, illegal turns, bus-lane driving or not following lane signs.

Replaced by §80-13(A)(2) — Moving traffic violation (non-hazardous)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $150. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 6-16(c)(2)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver hazardous moving violation

Old Rule 6-16(c)(3) covered hazardous moving violations by for-hire drivers: speeding, passing a stopped school bus, tailgating, bad brakes, failing to yield, running a light, stop or yield sign, railroad crossing violations, improper passing, unsafe lane change, driving left of center or the wrong way, and leaving an accident scene with property damage. Each also carried TLC points.

Replaced by §80-13(A)(3) — Hazardous moving traffic violation

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $250. Personal appearance not required.

Points

2 to 8 TLC points depending on the violation (old §6-23(g) schedule)

Former TLC Rule 6-16(c)(3)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver speeding

Old Rule 6-16(c)(3)(i) listed speeding (going over the posted limit) as a hazardous moving violation for for-hire drivers. On top of any court or DMV ticket, the TLC could add its own $250 fine and, under the 2010 points schedule, 3 to 8 TLC points depending on how far over the limit, which counted toward a suspension.

Replaced by §80-13(A)(3)(I) — Speeding (hazardous violation)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $250 (listed for all of §6-16(c)(3)). Personal appearance not required.

Points

3 to 8 TLC points by speed over the limit: 1–10 mph 3, 11–20 mph 4, 21–30 mph 5, 31–40 mph 6, 41+ mph 8 (old §6-23(g))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(c)(3)(i)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver failed to stop for a school bus

Old Rule 6-16(c)(3)(ii) listed failing to stop for a stopped school bus with its signals on as a hazardous moving violation for for-hire drivers. On top of any court or DMV ticket, the TLC could add its own $250 fine and, under the 2010 points schedule, 5 TLC points, which counted toward a suspension.

Replaced by §80-13(A)(3)(II) — Failing to stop for a school bus

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $250 (listed for all of §6-16(c)(3)). Personal appearance not required.

Points

5 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g)), 2010 text

Former TLC Rule 6-16(c)(3)(ii)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver followed too closely (tailgating)

Old Rule 6-16(c)(3)(iii) listed following another vehicle too closely as a hazardous moving violation for for-hire drivers. On top of any court or DMV ticket, the TLC could add its own $250 fine and, under the 2010 points schedule, 4 TLC points, which counted toward a suspension.

Replaced by §80-13(A)(3)(III) — Following too closely (tailgating)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $250 (listed for all of §6-16(c)(3)). Personal appearance not required.

Points

4 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g)), 2010 text

Former TLC Rule 6-16(c)(3)(iii)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver drove with inadequate brakes (own vehicle)

Old Rule 6-16(c)(3)(iv) listed driving a vehicle the driver owns with inadequate brakes as a hazardous moving violation for for-hire drivers. On top of any court or DMV ticket, the TLC could add its own $250 fine and, under the 2010 points schedule, 4 TLC points, which counted toward a suspension.

Replaced by §80-13(A)(3)(IV) — Driving with inadequate brakes (own vehicle)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $250 (listed for all of §6-16(c)(3)). Personal appearance not required.

Points

4 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g)), 2010 text

Former TLC Rule 6-16(c)(3)(iv)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver drove with inadequate brakes (employer's vehicle)

Old Rule 6-16(c)(3)(v) listed driving an employer's vehicle with inadequate brakes as a hazardous moving violation for for-hire drivers. On top of any court or DMV ticket, the TLC could add its own $250 fine and, under the 2010 points schedule, 2 TLC points, which counted toward a suspension.

Replaced by §80-13(a)(3)(v)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $250 (listed for all of §6-16(c)(3)). Personal appearance not required.

Points

2 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g)), 2010 text

Former TLC Rule 6-16(c)(3)(v)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver failed to yield the right of way

Old Rule 6-16(c)(3)(vi) listed failing to yield the right of way (for example to pedestrians or other traffic) as a hazardous moving violation for for-hire drivers. On top of any court or DMV ticket, the TLC could add its own $250 fine and, under the 2010 points schedule, 3 TLC points, which counted toward a suspension.

Replaced by §80-13(A)(3)(VI) — Failing to yield the right of way

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $250 (listed for all of §6-16(c)(3)). Personal appearance not required.

Points

3 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g)), 2010 text

Former TLC Rule 6-16(c)(3)(vi)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver ran a traffic signal

Old Rule 6-16(c)(3)(vii) listed a traffic signal violation (running a red light) as a hazardous moving violation for for-hire drivers. On top of any court or DMV ticket, the TLC could add its own $250 fine and, under the 2010 points schedule, 3 TLC points, which counted toward a suspension.

Replaced by §80-13(A)(3)(VII) — Traffic signal violation (red light)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $250 (listed for all of §6-16(c)(3)). Personal appearance not required.

Points

3 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(c)(3)(vii)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver ran a stop sign

Old Rule 6-16(c)(3)(viii) listed a stop sign violation as a hazardous moving violation for for-hire drivers. On top of any court or DMV ticket, the TLC could add its own $250 fine and, under the 2010 points schedule, 3 TLC points, which counted toward a suspension.

Replaced by §80-13(A)(3)(VIII) — Stop sign violation

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $250 (listed for all of §6-16(c)(3)). Personal appearance not required.

Points

3 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(c)(3)(viii)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver railroad crossing violation

Old Rule 6-16(c)(3)(x) listed a railroad crossing violation as a hazardous moving violation for for-hire drivers. On top of any court or DMV ticket, the TLC could add its own $250 fine and, under the 2010 points schedule, 3 TLC points, which counted toward a suspension.

Replaced by §80-13(a)(3)(x)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $250 (listed for all of §6-16(c)(3)). Personal appearance not required.

Points

3 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(c)(3)(x)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver passed improperly

Old Rule 6-16(c)(3)(xi) listed improper passing as a hazardous moving violation for for-hire drivers. On top of any court or DMV ticket, the TLC could add its own $250 fine and, under the 2010 points schedule, 3 TLC points, which counted toward a suspension.

Replaced by §80-13(A)(3)(XI) — Improper passing

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $250 (listed for all of §6-16(c)(3)). Personal appearance not required.

Points

3 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(c)(3)(xi)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver made an unsafe lane change

Old Rule 6-16(c)(3)(xii) listed an unsafe lane change as a hazardous moving violation for for-hire drivers. On top of any court or DMV ticket, the TLC could add its own $250 fine and, under the 2010 points schedule, 3 TLC points, which counted toward a suspension.

Replaced by §80-13(A)(3)(XII) — Unsafe lane change

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $250 (listed for all of §6-16(c)(3)). Personal appearance not required.

Points

3 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(c)(3)(xii)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver drove left of center

Old Rule 6-16(c)(3)(xiii) listed driving left of the center line as a hazardous moving violation for for-hire drivers. On top of any court or DMV ticket, the TLC could add its own $250 fine and, under the 2010 points schedule, 3 TLC points, which counted toward a suspension.

Replaced by §80-13(A)(3)(XIII) — Driving left of center

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $250 (listed for all of §6-16(c)(3)). Personal appearance not required.

Points

3 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(c)(3)(xiii)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver drove in the wrong direction

Old Rule 6-16(c)(3)(xiv) listed driving in the wrong direction (for example the wrong way on a one-way street) as a hazardous moving violation for for-hire drivers. On top of any court or DMV ticket, the TLC could add its own $250 fine and, under the 2010 points schedule, 3 TLC points, which counted toward a suspension.

Replaced by §80-13(A)(3)(XIV) — Driving in the wrong direction

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $250 (listed for all of §6-16(c)(3)). Personal appearance not required.

Points

3 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(c)(3)(xiv)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver left the scene of an accident with property damage

Old Rule 6-16(c)(3)(xv) listed leaving the scene of an accident involving property damage or injury to an animal as a hazardous moving violation for for-hire drivers. On top of any court or DMV ticket, the TLC could add its own $250 fine and, under the 2010 points schedule, 3 TLC points, which counted toward a suspension.

Replaced by §80-13(A)(3)(XV) — Leaving the scene of a property-damage crash

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $250 (listed for all of §6-16(c)(3)). Personal appearance not required.

Points

3 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(c)(3)(xv)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Driving an unlicensed vehicle for hire

Old Rule 6-16(d) barred a for-hire driver from driving a for-hire vehicle that did not have a valid TLC vehicle license (for-hire vehicle permit). It was charged to the driver; the owner faced separate charges.

Replaced by §80-11(D) — Knowingly driving an unlicensed vehicle for hire

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $350 first violation, $500 second in 24 months, revocation for a third in 36 months. Personal appearance required.

Points

3 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g)), 2010 text

Former TLC Rule 6-16(d)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Driving without the TLC vehicle decal or required papers in the car

Old Rule 6-16(e) barred a for-hire driver from driving without a valid TLC vehicle permit decal on the windshield (three decals from September 2009) and without the required papers in the car: the driver's TLC license, the registration, the vehicle permit and the insurance card, plus a trip log for trips to or from nearby jurisdictions.

Replaced by §80-24(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22): 2010 text $50 per violation, no more than $100 total; 2004 text $15 per violation, no more than $30. Personal appearance required.

Points

2 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g)) ('operating FHV without permit')

Former TLC Rule 6-16(e)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Missing TLC decal, driver's license or required papers in the for-hire vehicle

Old Rule 6-16(e)(1) has two meanings by era. In the 2004 text it was the driver's own TLC operator's permit, which had to be in the car. In the 2010 text it is the general rule: no driving without a valid TLC decal on the windshield, and (until July 2009) the license, registration, vehicle permit, insurance card and any trip log in the car.

Replaced by §80-24(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22): 2010 text $50 per violation, no more than $100 total; 2004 text $15 per violation, no more than $30. Personal appearance required.

Points

2 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g)) (listed for all of §6-16(e))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(e)(1)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (2004 copy, Wayback Machine)

For-hire vehicle permit not in the car — another spelling of §6-16E1C (For-hire vehicle permit not in the car).

Driver's TLC license not in the for-hire vehicle

Old Rule 6-16(e)(1)(A) (2008–2010 texts) listed the driver's own TLC for-hire driver's license as one of the items that had to be in the vehicle while driving. Missing it was charged under this code.

Replaced by §80-24(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22): 2010 text $50 per violation, no more than $100 total; 2004 text $15 per violation, no more than $30. Personal appearance required.

Points

2 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g)) (listed for all of §6-16(e))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(e)(1)(A)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Vehicle registration not in the for-hire vehicle

Old Rule 6-16(e)(1)(B) (2010 text) required the certificate of registration, or a readable copy, to be in the for-hire vehicle while the driver was working.

Replaced by §80-24(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22): 2010 text $50 per violation, no more than $100 total; 2004 text $15 per violation, no more than $30. Personal appearance required.

Points

2 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g)) (listed for all of §6-16(e))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(e)(1)(B)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire vehicle permit not in the car

Old Rule 6-16(e)(1)(C) (2010 text) required the TLC for-hire vehicle permit, or a readable copy, to be in the car while the driver was working.

Replaced by §80-24(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22): 2010 text $50 per violation, no more than $100 total; 2004 text $15 per violation, no more than $30. Personal appearance required.

Points

2 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g)) (listed for all of §6-16(e))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(e)(1)(C)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Insurance card not in the for-hire vehicle

Old Rule 6-16(e)(1)(D) (2010 text) required the vehicle's insurance card, or a readable copy, to be in the for-hire vehicle while the driver was working.

Replaced by §80-24(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22): 2010 text $50 per violation, no more than $100 total; 2004 text $15 per violation, no more than $30. Personal appearance required.

Points

2 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g)) (listed for all of §6-16(e))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(e)(1)(D)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

No trip log for trips to or from a nearby (issuing) jurisdiction

Old Rule 6-16(e)(1)(E) (2010 text) required a for-hire vehicle used for prearranged trips between New York City and an 'issuing jurisdiction' (a nearby county or city that licenses for-hire vehicles) to carry a trip log kept as old Rule 6-25 required.

Replaced by §80-24(b)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22): 2010 text $50 per violation, no more than $100 total; 2004 text $15 per violation, no more than $30. Personal appearance required.

Points

2 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g)) (listed for all of §6-16(e))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(e)(1)(E)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

TLC license not in the holder behind the seat (2009 on); earlier, registration missing

Old Rule 6-16(e)(2) in the 2010 text required, from July 1, 2009, that the driver's TLC license be shown in a protective holder mounted behind the driver's seat. In the 2004 text, 6-16(e)(2) was the vehicle registration (or a copy), which had to be in the car.

Replaced by §80-24(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22): 2010 text $50 per violation, no more than $100 total; 2004 text $15 per violation, no more than $30. Personal appearance required.

Points

2 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g)) (listed for all of §6-16(e))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(e)(2)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Missing TLC decals or required papers (from Sept. 2009); earlier, no vehicle permit

Old Rule 6-16(e)(3) in the 2010 text required, from September 1, 2009, three TLC decals (windshield and both rear quarter windows) plus the registration and insurance card up front and the driver's license and vehicle permit in the holder behind the driver. In the 2004 text, 6-16(e)(3) was the for-hire vehicle permit (or a copy), which had to be in the car.

Replaced by §80-24(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22): 2010 text $50 per violation, no more than $100 total; 2004 text $15 per violation, no more than $30. Personal appearance required.

Points

2 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g)) (listed for all of §6-16(e))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(e)(3)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Registration not in the visor, dashboard or glove box

Old Rule 6-16(e)(3)(A)(i) (2010 text) required the certificate of registration, or a readable copy, to be kept in the right visor, on top of the right side of the dashboard, or in the glove compartment.

Replaced by §80-24(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22): 2010 text $50 per violation, no more than $100 total; 2004 text $15 per violation, no more than $30. Personal appearance required.

Points

2 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g)) (listed for all of §6-16(e))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(e)(3)(A)(i)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Insurance card not in the visor, dashboard or glove box

Old Rule 6-16(e)(3)(A)(ii) (2010 text) required the insurance card, or a readable copy, to be kept in the right visor, on top of the right side of the dashboard, or in the glove compartment.

Replaced by §80-24(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22): 2010 text $50 per violation, no more than $100 total; 2004 text $15 per violation, no more than $30. Personal appearance required.

Points

2 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g)) (listed for all of §6-16(e))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(e)(3)(A)(ii)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Driver's TLC license not in the holder behind the driver's seat

Old Rule 6-16(e)(3)(B)(i) (2010 text) required the driver's TLC for-hire license to be displayed in a protective holder mounted behind the driver's seat so passengers could see it. Black cars and limousines could instead show it anywhere clearly visible from the passenger seat.

Replaced by §80-24(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22): 2010 text $50 per violation, no more than $100 total; 2004 text $15 per violation, no more than $30. Personal appearance required.

Points

2 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g)) (listed for all of §6-16(e))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(e)(3)(B)(i)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire vehicle permit not in the holder behind the driver's seat

Old Rule 6-16(e)(3)(B)(ii) (2010 text) required the TLC for-hire vehicle permit to be displayed in the protective holder mounted behind the driver's seat, next to the driver's license.

Replaced by §80-24(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22): 2010 text $50 per violation, no more than $100 total; 2004 text $15 per violation, no more than $30. Personal appearance required.

Points

2 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g)) (listed for all of §6-16(e))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(e)(3)(B)(ii)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Required paper missing from the for-hire vehicle (6-16(e)(3), item (i))

This code is old Rule 6-16(e)(3) with an item (i) but no letter. In the 2010 text (e)(3)(A)(i) is the registration in the visor or glove box and (e)(3)(B)(i) is the driver's license in the holder behind the seat. We can't tell which one was meant; both are required papers in a for-hire vehicle.

Replaced by §80-24(a)

Former TLC Rule 6-16(e)(3) (item (i), letter missing)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Insurance card not in the for-hire vehicle

Old Rule 6-16(e)(4) in the 2004 text required the vehicle's insurance card, or a readable copy, to be in the for-hire vehicle. The 2010 text moved this to (e)(1)(D) and later (e)(3)(A)(ii).

Replaced by §80-24(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22): 2010 text $50 per violation, no more than $100 total; 2004 text $15 per violation, no more than $30. Personal appearance required.

Points

2 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g)) (listed for all of §6-16(e))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(e)(4)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (2004 copy, Wayback Machine)

Driver's license likely not displayed behind the seat (6-16(e)(3)(B)(i))

This code is most likely old Rule 6-16(e)(3)(B)(i) with the '3' left out: the 2010 rule that the driver's TLC license be shown in a protective holder behind the driver's seat. Its dates (2010–2011) match that rule.

Replaced by §80-24(a)

Former TLC Rule 6-16(e)(3)(B)(i) (most likely)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver picked up a street hail (no prearrangement)

Old Rule 6-16(f) barred a for-hire (livery, black car or limo) driver from soliciting or picking up passengers except by a trip prearranged through a licensed base, so no street hails. Port Authority police wrote many of these at the airports. It was one of the most charged old for-hire driver rules.

Replaced by §80-19(C)(1) — FHV picking up without a prearranged trip (street hail)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $350 first violation, $500 second in 24 months, revocation for a third in 36 months. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 6-16(f)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver picked up a passenger at a taxi stand

Old Rule 6-16(g) barred a for-hire vehicle driver from picking up a passenger at an authorized taxi stand, which is reserved for yellow taxis.

Replaced by §80-19(D)(2) — FHV picking up passengers at a taxi stand

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $350 first violation, $500 second in 24 months, revocation for a third in 36 months. Personal appearance required.

Points

2 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(g)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Weapon in the for-hire vehicle

Old Rule 6-16(h) barred a for-hire driver, while operating the vehicle, from having a weapon (as defined in the rules), or anything else meant to be used as a weapon, on them or in the car without written permission from the TLC Chair.

Replaced by §80-15(A) — Having a weapon in the vehicle

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): Revocation. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 6-16(h)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver broke rules at a Port Authority facility (airports, terminals)

Old Rule 6-16(i) covered for-hire drivers at Port Authority facilities such as JFK, LaGuardia and Newark airports and the bus terminals: obey Port Authority rules, stay in or within 15 feet of the car, never solicit passengers there, and follow TLC rules. This code cites the subdivision without the paragraph.

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $50–$100 for each paragraph (i)(1)–(3). Personal appearance required.

Points

2 or 3 TLC points depending on the paragraph (old §6-23(g))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(i)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver broke Port Authority rules at an airport or terminal

Old Rule 6-16(i)(1) required a for-hire driver, in or out of the car, to follow all Port Authority of NY & NJ rules and procedures at its facilities (JFK, LaGuardia, Newark airports, bus terminals, bridges and tunnels), for example traffic directions, holding-lot and pickup-area rules.

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $50–$100. Personal appearance required.

Points

3 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(i)(1)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver left the car or solicited passengers at an airport

Old Rule 6-16(i)(2) required a for-hire driver at Port Authority facilities to stay inside the car or within 15 feet of it (or in areas the Port Authority set aside), and barred soliciting or picking up passengers there except by prearrangement. It targeted drivers hustling rides inside terminals.

Replaced by §80-19(C)(2) — FHV street-hail pickup in Manhattan's core or at airports

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $50–$100. Personal appearance required.

Points

3 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(i)(2)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver broke TLC rules at a Port Authority facility

Old Rule 6-16(i)(3) required a for-hire driver to follow all TLC rules while at Port Authority facilities. It let Port Authority police charge TLC rule breaks that happened at the airports and terminals.

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $50–$100. Personal appearance required.

Points

2 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g))

Former TLC Rule 6-16(i)(3)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver smoked in the vehicle

Old Rule 6-16(j) barred a for-hire driver from smoking in the for-hire vehicle, whether or not passengers were aboard.

Replaced by §80-15(B) — Smoking in a TLC vehicle

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $150 for offenses on or after July 26, 1999 (earlier: $50 first conviction in 12 months, $150 after). Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 6-16(j)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Repairing a vehicle on the street (non-emergency)

Old Rule 6-16(k) barred a for-hire driver from doing mechanical maintenance or repairs on any vehicle on public streets or sidewalks, except emergency repairs needed to move a disabled car, such as a dead battery or a flat tire.

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $50. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 6-16(k)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver refused a person with a disability or a guide dog

Old Rule 6-16(l) barred a for-hire driver from refusing to transport a person with a disability, or a guide dog with that person. It carried one of the heaviest penalties in the old for-hire rules.

Replaced by §80-20(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): Revocation and $5,000. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 6-16(l)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Did not let a passenger who can't sit in back ride in the front seat

Old Rule 6-16(m) required a for-hire driver to let a passenger who is unable to get into or ride in the rear of the vehicle sit in the front seat next to the driver.

Replaced by §80-15(f)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $75. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 6-16(m)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Did not load or unload a passenger's luggage or wheelchair

Old Rule 6-16(n) required a for-hire driver, when asked, to load and unload a passenger's luggage, wheelchair, crutches or other property in the car or trunk, and to close the trunk securely.

Replaced by §80-16(C) — Not loading or unloading luggage when asked

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $50. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 6-16(n)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver overcharged (above the base's quoted fare) or asked for a tip

Old Rule 6-16(o) barred a for-hire driver from charging, or trying to charge, more than the fare the dispatcher quoted, or adding any charge for a passenger with a disability, a service animal or a wheelchair. The 2010 text added that no passenger may be asked or required to tip.

Replaced by §80-17(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2010 text): $100–$250 and restitution of any overcharge to the passenger; seeking a tip $50. Personal appearance required. (2004: $100–$250 and restitution.)

Former TLC Rule 6-16(o)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Did not let a passenger ride up front when the back seat was full of their things

Old Rule 6-16(p) required a for-hire driver to let a passenger who can't ride in the back sit up front, and also to let a passenger sit up front when their luggage, wheelchair, crutches, scooter or other property took up the rear seat.

Replaced by §80-15(f)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $75 for a violation involving a person, $25 for one involving luggage. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 6-16(p)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver refused a dispatched passenger, attendant or luggage

Old Rule 6-16(q) covered refusals by for-hire drivers: refusing a prearranged passenger going anywhere in NYC, Westchester, Nassau or Newark Airport (including people with disabilities and service animals), demanding an attendant or charging extra for one, or refusing luggage and mobility aids. This code cites the subdivision without the paragraph.

Replaced by §80-20(a)

Former TLC Rule 6-16(q)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver refused a prearranged passenger

Old Rule 6-16(q)(1) barred a for-hire driver, once dispatched, from refusing (by words, gestures or any other means) a passenger who had prearranged the trip to a destination in New York City, Westchester, Nassau or Newark Airport, including a person with a disability and their service animal. Allowed reasons were listed in 6-16(r), such as a disorderly passenger.

Replaced by §80-20(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $200–$350 first violation; $350–$500 for another within 36 months. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 6-16(q)(1)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Required an attendant or charged extra for one

Old Rule 6-16(q)(2) barred a for-hire driver from requiring a passenger with a disability to bring an attendant, and from charging anything extra for an attendant who did come along.

Replaced by §80-20(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $100–$250 and restitution of any overcharge to the passenger. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 6-16(q)(2)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Refused to carry a passenger's luggage, wheelchair or mobility aid

Old Rule 6-16(q)(3) barred a for-hire driver from refusing to transport a passenger's luggage, wheelchair, crutches, other mobility aid or other property.

Replaced by §80-20(a)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $200–$350. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 6-16(q)(3)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Driving a for-hire vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs

Old Rule 6-16(t) barred a for-hire driver from driving while impaired by alcohol, drugs or other controlled substances, and from drinking or using drugs while driving or within six hours before driving or occupying the vehicle.

Replaced by §80-14(b)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): Revocation. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 6-16(t)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver used a phone while driving

Old Rule 6-16(u) barred a for-hire driver from using a telephone while driving unless the car was lawfully stopped or parked. In about 2009–2010 it was widened to any portable or hands-free electronic device, with a narrow exception for short base-dispatch radio calls, and a required distracted-driving course.

Replaced by §80-14(g)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $200. Personal appearance not required.

Points

2 TLC points (2004 schedule, 'prohibited telephone use'); 3 points, or 4 for a third offense in 15 months (2010 schedule

Former TLC Rule 6-16(u)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver used a phone or electronic device while driving

Old Rule 6-16(u)(1) (2010 text) barred a for-hire driver from using any portable or hands-free electronic device while driving unless lawfully stopped or parked. Brief business-only dispatch radio calls or one-touch use of a fixed, mounted device were allowed, and calling 911 in a true emergency was a defense with proof. Drivers found guilty also had to take a distracted-driving course.

Replaced by §80-14(g)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2010 text): $200. Personal appearance not required.

Points

3 TLC points for a first or second offense in 15 months, 4 for a third (old §6-23(g), 2010 text)

Former TLC Rule 6-16(u)(1)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Annual drug test for for-hire drivers (old rule 6-16(v))

In the 2010 text, old Rule 6-16(v) required every for-hire driver to take a drug test each year of a two-year license, inside a set 30-day window, at the driver's cost. Missing the first-year test meant suspension until tested, plus a $200 penalty if more than 30 days late. A failed test led to revocation after a hearing.

Replaced by §80-14(D) — Missing the annual TLC drug test

Former TLC Rule 6-16(v)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Did not use the base's off-street parking or broke parking rules at the base

Old Rule 6-16(w) (2010 text) required a for-hire driver stopped at their affiliated base to use the off-street parking the base had to provide, or else obey all traffic and parking rules, to cut down double-parking around livery bases.

Replaced by §80-15(J) — Not using the base's off-street parking (livery drivers)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2010 text): $50. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 6-16(w)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Caused a nuisance (honking, littering, loud music) while waiting at the base

Old Rule 6-16(x) (2010 text) barred a for-hire driver stopped at their affiliated base from creating a nuisance in the surrounding area, such as littering or playing loud audio, and banned horn honking at the base entirely.

Replaced by §80-15(K) — Creating a nuisance while waiting at the base

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2010 text): $50. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 6-16(x)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire driver required a passenger to share a ride

Old Rule 6-16(y) (2010 text) barred a for-hire driver from requiring a prospective passenger to share the ride with another passenger.

Replaced by §80-19(C)(3) — FHV driver requiring passengers to share a ride

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2010 text): $50. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 6-16(y)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

For-hire vehicle interior not kept clean and scent-free

Old Rule 6-16(z) (2010 text) required a for-hire driver to keep the vehicle's interior clean and free of scents during the work shift.

Replaced by §80-22(C) — Dirty vehicle interior

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2010 text): $25. Personal appearance not required.

Former TLC Rule 6-16(z)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Critical Driver Program: 6+ DMV points in 15 months (30-day suspension) — another spelling of §6-17A (Critical Driver Program: 6+ DMV points in 15 months (30-day suspension)).

Critical Driver Program: 10+ DMV points in 15 months (revocation) — another spelling of §6-17B (Critical Driver Program: 10+ DMV points in 15 months (revocation)).

Critical Driver Program: 6+ DMV points in 15 months (30-day suspension)

Old Rule 6-17(a), the Critical Driver Program, suspended a for-hire driver's TLC license for 30 days if the driver built up six or more points on their state driver's license (DMV points) within 15 months. Points counted from the date of each violation, and a defensive-driving course could take off two points.

Replaced by §80-27(A)(1)(I) — Persistent Violator Program — suspension (6 to 9 points)

Former TLC Rule 6-17(a)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Critical Driver Program: 10+ DMV points in 15 months (revocation)

Old Rule 6-17(b), part of the Critical Driver Program, revoked a for-hire driver's TLC license if the driver built up ten or more points on their state driver's license within a 15-month period.

Replaced by §80-27(A)(1)(II) — Persistent Violator Program — revocation (10 or more points)

Former TLC Rule 6-17(b)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Critical Driver Program revocation (6-17(b), extra paragraph number)

Old Rule 6-17(b) has no paragraph (1); this code most likely means 6-17(b), the Critical Driver Program rule revoking a for-hire driver's TLC license after ten or more DMV points within 15 months.

Replaced by §80-27(A)(1)(II) — Persistent Violator Program — revocation (10 or more points)

Former TLC Rule 6-17(b) (most likely)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Personal conduct of for-hire licensees (general)

Old Rule 6-18 set conduct rules for every for-hire licensee (drivers, vehicle owners and bases): no bribes, report bribe requests, no fraud or acts against the public interest, cooperate with police and the TLC, no force or threats, answer TLC directives and summonses, report felony convictions, and be courteous. This code cites the section without the subdivision.

Replaced by §80-12

Former TLC Rule 6-18TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Offered a bribe or gift to a TLC employee or public servant — another spelling of §6-18A (Offered a bribe or gift to a TLC employee or public servant).

Did not cooperate with police or a TLC inspector — another spelling of §6-18E (Did not cooperate with police or a TLC inspector).

Did not comply with a TLC directive, summons or request for documents — another spelling of §6-18G (Did not comply with a TLC directive, summons or request for documents).

Offered a bribe or gift to a TLC employee or public servant

Old Rule 6-18(a) barred any for-hire licensee from offering or giving any gift, tip or thing of value to a TLC employee, representative or member, or to any public servant.

Replaced by §80-12(A)(1) — Offering a bribe or gift to a TLC employee or public servant

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): Revocation and $10,000. Personal appearance required.

Former TLC Rule 6-18(a)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Did not report a request for a bribe

Old Rule 6-18(b) required a for-hire licensee to report to the TLC immediately any request or demand for a gift, tip or thing of value by a TLC employee, representative or member, or any public servant.

Replaced by §80-12(b)

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): $1,000 up to revocation. Personal appearance required.

Points

6 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g))

Former TLC Rule 6-18(b)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Gave a tip or gift to airport or terminal staff

Old Rule 6-18(c) barred a for-hire licensee from giving any gift, tip or thing of value to people working at an airport or transportation terminal in ground-transportation information, dispatching, security, traffic and parking control or baggage handling, for example to get a better spot or a fare.

Replaced by §80-12(A)(2) — Giving a gift to airport or terminal staff

Fine (published)

Old penalty schedule (§6-22, 2004 and 2010 texts): Base and driver: $1,000 up to revocation; vehicle owner: $250–$1,000. Personal appearance required.

Points

6 TLC points (old persistent-violator schedule, §6-23(g))

Former TLC Rule 6-18(c)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)

Fraud, theft or acts against the public interest

Old Rule 6-18(d) barred for-hire licensees, while working, from (1) committing or attempting fraud, misrepresentation or larceny against anyone, and (2) any willful act or omission against the best interests of the public, even if no other rule names it. This code cites the subdivision without the paragraph.

Replaced by §80-12(C) — Fraud, misrepresentation or theft

Former TLC Rule 6-18(d)TLC Rules, old Chapter 6 – For-Hire Vehicles (last version, 2010)