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Making A False Application For Taxi Licence

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The Offence
A false application for a taxi licence may result in a fine up to £250
It is an offence for a person applying for a Hackney License to not state their legal name and correct address on the application form; also it is an offence not to declare the correct name and address of the proprietor or firm, if a partnership, that it is intended to work for. Additionally it is an offence for any proprietor or a partner of the firm to allow any person to drive a Hackney Carriage knowing that they have falsely obtained or applied for renewal of their Hackney Carriage license.
Do I need a Notice of Intended Prosecution (NIP) for offences relating an Application for a Hackney Carriage License?
No, there would not be a requirement for the Licensing Authority to issue a NIP for any offences that relate to an application for a Hackney License.
Punishment
Fine up to £250.00
Defences
If you face allegations of making an application or falsely obtaining a taxi licence then you would need expert legal adice.The team at roadtrafficlaw.com are here to offer you expert advcie.You should contact the team at roadtrafficlaw.com on 0800 612 9597
Whether this was undertaken unknowingly or you were not aware that the person had falsely obtained a license, if you face a charge such as this we strongly advise you contact us.A full consideration of the facts of your case would determine if a defence is available.Call us now to discuss you case.

Written by Graham Walker

November 22, 2009 at 2:28 pm

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