No person shall be issued a taxicab driver’s permit unless he or she complies with the following to the satisfaction of the Chief of Police:
(A) Make written application to the Chief of Police;
(B) Is at least 18 years of age and holds a state special chauffeur license;
(C) Undergoes an examination by a physician and is found to be of sound physique, with good eyesight and hearing and not subject to epilepsy, vertigo, heart trouble or any other infirmity of body or mind which might render him or her unfit for the safe operation of a public vehicle;
(D) Is clean in dress and person and is not addicted to the use of intoxicating liquor or drugs;
(E) Produces affidavits of good character from two reputable citizens of the municipality who have known him or her personally and have observed his or her conduct for at least two years preceding the date of his or her application;
(F) Has not been convicted of a felony, drunk driving, driving under the influence of an intoxicant or drug or of frequent minor traffic offenses;
(G) Is familiar with the state and local traffic laws.
(`83 Code, § 5-409)