Fines for Unlicensed Limo Owner

Unfortunately unlicensed limo hire companies are not one-offs and there are many out there, but they will be caught so don’t risk your event by being involved in a sting. Choose a limo hire company that’s licensed and one that will look after you – choose HireLimos.

As a result of a sting investigation limousine hire company owner Darryl Giuotto of Fenelon Falls was recently found guilty on two counts for violations under the City of Kawartha Lakes Taxi and Limousine licensing laws. On June 27, he received two fines of $4,000 each for not obtaining a Limousine Licence and failing to ensure vehicles and equipment conform to the requirements of the by-law, the city stated in a release.

Although hire limos are the only way to arrive in style at the school prom and other special occasions, many stretch limousines are not licensed and some are in fact not legal. Notwithstanding the fact that in the UK new licensing laws were introduced in January 2008, investigations by the national chauffeur drivers' trade association, estimate that up to 40 per cent of operators are have not obtained the new certificate. Others are flouting the law by offering to carry up to 20 passengers, when 16 is the legal limit.

Police and local councils as part of their on going investigations into the limo hire industry, are now increasing their checks on stretch limo operators with “prom swoops” outside school party venues. Some councils are insisting that all drivers are checked for criminal records if they intend to carry children. If the hire limo you are using is found to be unlicensed, you could not only lose any monies that you have already paid out, but you could be left stranded at the venue without any transportation.

Limo licensing laws are there to protect you the travelling public. They are designed to ensure that operators are safe, reliable and are fully insured in case of an accident.  Unlicensed operators think they can by flaunting the law offer cheaper services. What price do you put on safety and peace of mind?

Play it safe when you need to hire a limo, deal with a company you know you can trust, contact HireLimos.

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