Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 24, June 14, 2024
Section 91-6-15 - Transportation Network Company Permits15.1. This section implements W. Va. Code § 17-29-1 et seq. providing a process for Transportation Network Companies to obtain permits and operate in this state.15.1.1. A Transportation Network Company (TNC) is a corporation, partnership, sole proprietorship, or other entity that is licensed pursuant to Article 29 of Chapter 17 of the West Virginia Code and operating in West Virginia that uses a digital network to connect transportation network company riders to transportation network company drivers who provide prearranged rides. A transportation network company does not control, direct or manage the personal vehicles or transportation network company drivers that connect to its digital network, except where agreed to by written contract. Effective July 1, 2016 the West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles will start issuing Transportation Network Company (TNC) permits to allow such companies to provide prearranged rides.15.2. On or after July 1, 2016, any company, partnership, sole proprietorship, or any other entity that wishes to operate as a TNC in West Virginia must first obtain a permit from the division by completing an application on a form prescribed by the commissioner and submitting it to the Division along with a fee of $1000.00.15.3. Each TNC must submit a renewal application together with the $1,000.00 application fee, each fiscal year. The renewal application must be filed at least 30 days prior to the expiration of the fiscal year.15.4. The TNC shall submit to the Division together with the permit application its policies and procedures for compliance with the statutory prohibitions against driver drug and/or alcohol use; solicitation and street hails; cash tips; and discrimination and accessibility. It shall also provide its policies and procedures for vetting the drivers it allows to use its network in accordance with W. Va. Code § 17-29-12 through W. Va. Code § 17-29-17, and proof of insurance required by W. Va. Code § 17-29-8 and vehicle safety.