RCMP, CVSE in B.C. issue over $66,000 in fines against ride-hailing app drivers; 1/3 are repeat offenders

Twenty-nine drivers were apprehended, while 29 illegal ride-hailing operators were caught and charged. Charges include:

Operate Without a License under s.57(1) of the Passenger Transportation Act, $1,150.00
Wrong Class Drivers License under s.24(1) of the Motor Vehicle Act, $276.00
Fail to Display Valid Certificate under s.25.07(1) of the Motor Vehicle Act Regulations, $357.00

One driver was caught for a third time.

“There are a number of steps legal ride-hailing operators must take to be certified to operate in BC,” said Inspector Mark Baxter, a proactive enforcement and administrative services officer. “These protections have been put in place to ensure the overall safety of paying passengers and other road users, says Inspector Mark Baxter, Some of the drivers that were stopped during these operations have poor driving records, prior convictions for impaired driving and in one case the driver was a registered sex offender. All of these are things which would preclude the person from working for a properly licensed operator.”

Image: Richmond RCMP / Ride-hailing operators being questioned during a recent sting in Richmond. Over $66,000 in fines were levied.

Richmond RCMP says it remains committed to proactive enforcement and collaboration with regulatory partners.

“Richmond RCMP appreciates working collaboratively with the officers from CVSE as their knowledge, skillset and foundational work are a critical element to ensuring the overall success of these operations and directly contribute to enhancing public safety in Richmond,” Richmond RCMP said in a statement.

For more information about approved ride-hailing services and operators, visit the Passenger Transportation Registry: Approved Ride-Hail Companies.

by Mike Vanden Bosch

RCMP, CVSE in B.C. issue over $66,000 in fines against ride-hailing app drivers; 1/3 are repeat offenders

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