Bringing a child in an Uber while working is a violation of Uber's policy, but is not automatically considered child abuse. Whether or not it is considered illegal child endangerment depends on the specific circumstances and the laws of the local jurisdiction.
Why bringing a child on an Uber trip is a policy violation
Uber's Community Guidelines state that only the requesting rider and their guests are permitted in the vehicle.
- Driver-side policy: Uber explicitly prohibits drivers from bringing friends or family members along on a trip. The rationale is to prevent any safety or liability issues that could arise from unauthorized passengers.
- Passenger-side policy: Similarly, a rider cannot bring an unaccompanied minor on a trip, and children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Drivers are permitted to cancel a ride if they suspect a passenger is an unaccompanied minor.
