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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 2Ch. 8Art. 7§ 5442 Tnc Driver Insurance Proof

§ 5442 Tnc Driver Insurance Proof

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§ 5442 Tnc Driver Insurance Proof

Key Takeaways

  • •If you drive for Uber or Lyft, you must always have proof of your special ride-share insurance with you.
  • •If you get into a car crash while driving for Uber or Lyft, you must show your insurance info to the other driver and the police if they ask.
  • •This rule is to make sure everyone knows who will pay for damages if there’s a crash.

Example

You are driving for Uber and get into a small car crash with another car.

You must show your Uber insurance papers to the other driver and the police if they ask. This proves you have the right insurance to cover any damage.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 5442 Tnc Driver Insurance Proof

A participating driver of a transportation network company shall carry proof of transportation network company insurance coverage with him or her at all times during his or her use of a vehicle in connection with a transportation network company’s online-enabled application or platform. In the event of an accident, a participating driver shall provide this insurance coverage information to any other party involved in the accident, and to a police officer, upon request. (Added by Stats. 2014, Ch. 389, Sec. 1. (AB 2293) Effective January 1, 2015.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

insurancecoverageaccidentnetportvehicledriverconnection

Related Statutes

  • § 5433 Rideshare Insurance Requirements
  • § 5446 San Francisco Ride Tax
  • § 5374.5 Charter Bus Vehicle Reporting
  • § 5387 Charter Carrier Operation Requirements
  • § 5438 Tnc Insurance Approval Deadline

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 5442.
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