NYC Administrative Code

§ 20-505 — Tow truck operator's license suspension or revocation; special circumstances.

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What is NYC AC § 20-505?

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This section outlines the conditions under which the commissioner may suspend or revoke a tow truck operator's license due to safety concerns or related motor vehicle license issues. It mandates that operators receive notice of suspension and an opportunity for a hearing. Applies to tow truck operators and their employers.

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§ 20-505 Tow truck operator's license suspension or revocation; special circumstances.

AC § 20-505

Notwithstanding any other provision of law, where the commissioner has reason to believe that a tow truck operator has committed an act which should provide a basis for suspension or revocation under section 20-504 or 20-504.1 of this subchapter, and the continued possession by such person of a tow truck operator's license would pose a serious danger to the safety of the public, the commissioner may immediately suspend his or her tow truck operator's license. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, upon the suspension or revocation pursuant to the vehicle and traffic law of a license to operate a motor vehicle that is held by a person who also holds a tow truck operator's license pursuant to this subchapter, the commissioner shall immediately suspend his or her tow truck operator's license. Notice of the suspension of a tow truck operator's licence pursuant to this section shall be served on the operator and on the person who employs such operator to operate a tow truck. The commissioner shall provide the operator with the opportunity for a hearing within five days after the notification of suspension, after which the commissioner shall forthwith make a determination as to whether such suspension should continue and in addition may impose any penalty or sanction provided for under this subchapter, provided, however, that where the license to operate a motor vehicle held by a tow truck operator has been revoked pursuant to the vehicle and traffic law, the commissioner shall revoke such person's tow truck operator's license issued pursuant to this subchapter. Editor's note: For related unconsolidated provisions, see Appendix A at L.L. 1987/028.

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