(a) The operator of a chauffeured limousine shall accept passengers only on the basis of prearranged contracts, and shall not cruise in search of patronage unless the limousine is in compliance with any statute or ordinance governing the operation of taxicabs or other similar vehicles for hire.
(b) No person shall advertise or hold himself or herself out as doing business as a limousine service or livery service or other similar designation unless each vehicle used by him or her to provide the service is registered in accordance with Ohio R.C. 4503.24, and is in compliance with Ohio R.C. 4509.80. (ORC 4511.85)
(c) Whoever violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor of the first degree.