A. Every taxicab shall be equipped with an identity light attached to the top of such taxicab.
B. The identity light shall be constructed in one unit consisting of an illuminated plate or cylinder upon which is printed the words "For Hire."
C. The overall dimensions of the identity lights shall not exceed six inches in height by twenty inches in length.
D. The lights of the identity light unit shall be connected to a contact switch attached to the taximeter, and such contact switch shall operate automatically to illuminate the identity light when the taximeter is not in operation indicating the cab is vacant and for hire, and to extinguish the identity light when the taximeter is in operation.
E. It is unlawful to drive or operate any taxicab with the identity light illuminated while carrying passengers for compensation, and it is unlawful to drive, operate, or be in charge of any taxicab unless the identity light is illuminated when the taxicab is for hire.
(Prior code § 5.28.480 (Ord. 309 § 25, 1948))