(a) Any person desiring to obtain a taxicab driver’s permit shall submit a written application to the Sheriff of San Bernardino County. The applicant shall provide requested information on application forms supplied by the Sheriff regarding the following:
(1) Pertinent personal data and proof of possession of a valid Class 3 driver’s license issued by the State of California;
(2) Physical condition;
(3) Traffic record for three years prior to application;
(4) All criminal convictions of the applicant;
(5) Experience in driving motor vehicles, taxis and other vehicles for hire;
(6) The name and address of the taxicab service by whom the applicant will be employed.
Each applicant shall be fingerprinted and photographed by the Sheriff’s Office and a criminal records check shall be conducted on the applicant. The applicant will be required to pay the Sheriff’s established fees for such services in addition to the taxicab driver’s permit fee. A driver obtaining a permit renewal need not be fingerprinted and photographed if the Sheriff determines that such is not necessary for proper administration of this Chapter.
(Ord. 2718, passed - -1982)