The government suggests the proper process was followed to approve a licence for the first ride-sharing service in the province.
But they say that licence remains suspended following news that its owner is facing sexual assault charges.
The government introduced Redsea Riding as the recipient of the first ride-sharing licence last Friday.
But they say new information regarding its owner, Yosief Tesfamicael, caused them to suspend it the same day.
That was only confirmed by government after VOCM News made an inquiry on Monday.
(Minister of Digital Government and Service NL Sarah Stoodley)
In a statement late Wednesday, a spokesperson for the Department of Digital Government and Service NL noted owner/operators must provide proof of criminal records checks on all of its drivers.
But the same does not apply to the owner or operator of the company, unless that person also plans to work as a driver.
Instead, the owner must produce a Certificate of Good Standing from the Registry of Companies.
Meanwhile, other ride-sharing companies are in the que to be approved.
Kabby has submitted its application which is working its way through Motor Vehicle Registration.
And Uber has also signalled its intention to apply for a licence in the province, with plans to be up and running before the summer tourist season.
