§ 58-30 Vehicle Condition – Meet Safety Standards.
RCNY § 58-30
(a)While a taxicab is in operation, all equipment, including brakes, tires, lights and signals must be in good working order and meet all requirements of the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law, and the Rules of the Commission. 35 RCNY § 58-30(a)Fine: $150 if plead guilty before a hearing; $200 if found guilty following a hearing.Appearance NOT REQUIRED (b) An Owner must comply with all notices and directives to correct defects in Taxicabs. 35 RCNY § 58-30(b)Fine: $50 and suspension until the defective condition is corrected.Appearance N/A (c) An Owner must repair or replace a Taxicab when the Commission determines that the vehicle is unsafe or unfit for use as a Taxicab and directs the Owner to remove it from service. The Owner must surrender the Medallion and Rate Card to the Commission for storage and the License will be summarily suspended. 35 RCNY § 58-30(c)Fine: $100 - $350 and/or suspension up to 30 daysSuspension until complianceAppearance N/A
