Criminal Convictions and DBS Disclosure Information Please be aware that certain criminal convictions, cautions, or other information disclosed by the Police may prevent the grant of a Hackney Carriage or Private Hire Driver Licence for specified periods of time. Important: If your application requires consideration by a Licensing Officer or Licensing Panel due to convictions, cautions, or other disclosed information, any fees paid for driver training, medical examinations, DBS checks, or the application process are non-refundable, regardless of the outcome of your application.