Charter Party Carriers
Charter-Party Carrier (TCP) covers passenger carriers that perform charter service, round trip sightseeing, or passenger transportation under Commission authority. Carriers can obtain specific permits or certificates applicable to their services to the public.
Charter-Party Carriers (TCPs) charter their vehicles for the exclusive use of an individual or group, with an exemption for certain transportation services (see below). Examples are a group charter of a bus to go to a sporting event or charter of a limousine for a wedding Also falling under the charter-party category are some specialized types of passenger carrier services:
- Round-trip sightseeing service
- Transportation incidental to another business
- Transportation under contract to a business, government agency, or private school
- Transportation of agricultural workers to and from farms
Charter-Party Carrier Operating Authorities
Licensing Application Process
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Transportation Carrier Portal (TCPortal):
- TCPortal is a one stop shop for a carrier to submit applications, updates, and filings with the CPUC.
Operating Authority Requirements:
Charter-Party Carriers have various authority requirements that must comply to in maintaining their operating authority.
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General Order on Charter-Party Carrier Operations
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Insurance