If any owner or operator of any taxicab should violate the provisions of this chapter, then, in addition to any other penalty provided by law, the City Controller may prefer charges against the violator to the Board of Public Works and Safety. The Board shall hold a hearing on the matter. Owners or operators appearing at said hearing shall have the right to counsel of their choice, the right to present evidence, the right to examine and cross-examine witnesses, and make arguments in their own defense the Board. At the conclusion of the hearing, which shall be open to the public, the Board may find in favor of the owner or operator, or find against them. The Board may impose such non-monetary sanctions as it deems necessary to assure compliance with the terms of this chapter including temporary suspension or revocation of the license issued under the provisions of this chapter.
('75 Code, § 23-8) (Am. Ord. 6250, passed 12-10-02)