DS-877

The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) form DS-877, titled "Article 19-A Certified Examiner Application for Renewal or Amendment," is a multi-purpose document used by Article 19-A Certified Examiners to maintain their credentials. The form serves several administrative functions, primarily allowing examiners to renew their certification, which requires a valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) and the completion of a DMV-approved Article 19-A refresher seminar at least once every three years. Applicants must provide their personal information, license details, and proof of seminar completion to ensure they remain qualified to conduct the specialized evaluations required for bus drivers under New York law.

Beyond simple renewal, the DS-877 is used to amend an examiner's profile or status. This includes upgrading a certification class (such as from Class C to B), requesting a duplicate certificate, or updating personal contact information like telephone numbers and email addresses. It also facilitates changes in professional affiliation, allowing examiners to add or drop employers or to join the DMV’s freelance list for independent work. While the form handles various updates, it cannot be used for legal name changes, which require a separate driver license application. Ultimately, the document is a critical tool for the DMV Bus Driver Unit to regulate and monitor the professionals responsible for the safety and qualification oversight of the state’s bus drivers.