Austin |
Code of Ordinances |
Title 13. TRANSPORTATION SERVICES. |
Chapter 13-2. GROUND TRANSPORTATION PASSENGER SERVICES. |
Article 3. TAXI SERVICE. |
Division 3. Operations. |
§ 13-2-446. REFUSAL TO CONVEY PASSENGERS.
While operating a taxicab, a driver may not refuse to convey a person who requests service unless:
(1)
the driver is engaged in answering a previous request for service;
(2)
the person requesting service is disorderly;
(3)
the driver has reason to believe that the person is engaged in unlawful conduct;
(4)
the driver has reason to believe that the safety of the driver or the taxicab is at risk; or
(5)
the person cannot present proof of ability to pay the fare.
Source: 1992 Code Section 8-13-346; Ord. 031106-13; Ord. 031211-11; Ord. No. 20141106-054, Pt. 15, 11-17-14 .