§ 5.48.040. Application for a Taxicab Driver’s License.

A. Any person desiring to obtain a taxicab driver’s license shall submit a written application and all supporting documentation to the Collector. In addition to the information required by Section 5.04.100, the following information shall be required:

1. Pertinent personal data and proof of possession of a valid Class 3 driver’s license issued by the State of California;

2. Physical and mental condition, including any condition that might hinder or impair his or her ability to safely drive a taxicab;

3. Motor vehicle record for three (3) years prior to application;

4. Any criminal convictions of the applicant during the previous three (3) years;

5. Experience in driving motor vehicles, taxis and other vehicles for hire during the previous five (5) years;

6. The name and address of the taxicab service by whom the applicant will be employed;

7. Written evidence satisfactory to the city that, within the previous year, the applicant tested negative for controlled substances and/or alcohol, as specified and required in Government Code Section 53075.5(b)(3), or any successor provision thereto.

B. Each applicant shall be fingerprinted and photographed by the Police Department 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 license fee. A driver obtaining a permit renewal need not be fingerprinted and photographed if the Chief of Police determines that such is not necessary for proper administration of this Chapter.

[Ord. 462, Section 3, 5/9/07.]