No person shall drive a taxicab or be hired or permitted to do so unless he or she is duly licensed by the State of Illinois and has obtained a written approval by the Chief of Police or designee. Any driver convicted of a felony shall be disqualified but a variance may be requested from the Chief of Police or designee who shall consider the lapse of time from any felony conviction, subsequent criminal activity, current letters of reference and other information submitted by the applicant. It shall be unlawful for any driver of any taxicab while on duty to:
(A) Drink any intoxicating liquor;
(B) Use or be under the influence of any unlawful drugs;
(C) Use any profane or obscene language;
(D) Shout or call to prospective passengers; or
(E) Disturb the peace in any way.
(Ord. 1471, passed 4-4-12) Penalty, see § 117.99