NYCMay 19, 2026

Tip #51: Verify a Tow Operator's DCWP License

Every legitimate NYC tow operator has a NYC DCWP (Department of Consumer and Worker Protection) license. Number should appear on the truck door, the invoice, an…

Tip #51: Verify a Tow Operator's DCWP License — NYC Roadside Emergency Assistance
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Every legitimate NYC tow operator has a NYC DCWP (Department of Consumer and Worker Protection) license. Number should appear on the truck door, the invoice, and the website.

Look up the operator at nyc.gov/dcwp. An expired or missing license is a major red flag — illegal operators have no insurance, no rate caps, and no oversight.

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