DS-622

The NY DMV DS-622 form, titled Article 19-A Complaint Form, is the official document used to file a formal complaint against an Article 19-A Motor Carrier or a Certified Examiner. Article 19-A of the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law sets specific qualification standards for bus drivers, and this form allows individuals to report violations or issues related to these regulated entities to the DMV Bus Driver Unit. The form requires the complainant to provide detailed information about the incident, including the names and addresses of the parties involved, a specific description of the problem, and any supporting documentation, such as fraudulent records.

The document outlines several restrictions on the types of complaints the Bus Driver Unit can handle. It specifically excludes employee-employer disputes, discrimination claims, matters currently or previously in litigation or arbitration, disputes regarding state or federal laws, and complaints against co-workers. Furthermore, complaints regarding Motor Vehicle License Examiners during road tests must be directed to a separate email address. While anonymous complaints are accepted, the DMV prefers contact information for follow-up investigations. Users are cautioned that anonymity is not guaranteed if the investigation leads to a hearing or if the information is requested under the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL). Completed forms can be submitted via mail, fax, or email to the Bus Driver Unit in Albany.