5.48.160 Things deemed to make taxicabs or vehicle for hire unsafe or unsuitable.

   For the purposes of Section 5.48.150, the existence of the following named things, but not to the exclusion of other things, shall be deemed to make a taxicab unsafe or unsuitable for taxicab service:

   A.   Excessive leakage of oil, grease, gas or any other substance from any part of the taxicab;

   B.   The existence of any defects in the frame of the taxicab;

   C.   The failure of any movable parts of the car, including doors, windows, trunk, lights, etc. to function in the proper working order;

   D.   Failure to maintain the tires, lights, turning signals or brakes in good and safe working condition;

   E.   Failure to maintain the motor and other mechanical parts of the car in good and safe operating condition;

   F.   The existence of large or excessive dents in the body of the taxicab;

   G.   Failure to maintain the exterior approved paint color scheme;

   H.   The existence of excessive wear and tear on the upholstery, floor mats, and other parts of the interior of the taxicab;

   I.   Failure to have adequate interior lighting in proper working condition;

   J.   An inoperable two-way radio;

   K.   Failure to possess a basic first-aid kit;

   L.   Failure to possess a charged fire extinguisher. (Ord. 9517 § 1 (part), 1995: prior code § 6565)