(a) Every person driving or operating a taxicab shall be courteous and gentlemanly; refrain from smoking while actually carrying passengers in his or her taxicab; refrain from swearing, loud talking or boisterous conduct; drive his or her motor vehicle carefully and in full compliance with all traffic laws, this chapter and regulations of the Police Department or any of its members; promptly answer all court notices, traffic violations, notices or police notices; and deal honestly with the public and with his or her employer.
(b) Upon a violation of any of the provisions of subsection (a) hereof, the Chief of Police may forthwith suspend the license of any offending driver and, upon investigation, may recommend to the Mayor and Council that the license be revoked.
(1979 Code Sec. 12.08.260)