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Passenger Information | Taxicab Rider Bill of Rights

As a taxi rider, you have the right to:
  • A driver who has and uses E-ZPass at all toll crossings that accept it, and who charges passengers the discounted E-Z Pass rate;
  • Pay for your ride with credit/debit card;
  • Go to any destination in NYC, Westchester, Nassau, or Newark Airport;
  • Direct the route taken: The most direct route or one of your choice;
  • A safe and courteous driver who obeys all traffic laws;
  • A knowledgeable driver who speaks English and knows City geography;
  • Air conditioning or heat on request;
  • A noise free trip: no horn honking or radio;
  • Clean air. smoke and scent free air;
  • Working seatbelts for all passengers;
  • A clean taxicab: interior, exterior and partition;
  • Be accompanied by a service animal;
  • A driver who does not use a cell phone while driving (hand-held or hands free);
  • Decline to tip for poor service.

If you feel your rights were violated by a taxicab driver please Submit a Consumer Complaint.

Take your receipt.

24-hour Consumer Hotline: 311  


Taxicab Rider Bill of Rights in…DERECHOS DE LOS PASAJEROS DE TAXI

Taxicab Rider Bill of Rights in…ПРАВА ПАССАЖИРА ТАКСИ

Taxicab Rider Bill of Rights in…計程車乘客的權利






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