Every operator or driver of a taxicab or vehicle for hire which engages in transportation of the public for compensation over the streets of the city shall before operating or driving such vehicle first obtain from the city a driver’s permit, which shall certify that such person is licensed to operate or drive such vehicle. Each operator or driver shall keep such permit in the vehicle which he operates, and the permit shall be displayed in plain view of the passengers.
(1989 Code, § 7-346) Penalty, see §§ 7-390 et seq.