§ 18-64. Applications for taxicab driver permits.

(a)

Applications. Applications for taxicab driver permits shall be submitted by taxicab drivers to the sheriff's office on approved forms and with such additional documentation, information, and procedures as mandated by the sheriff's office, including but not limited to the following:

(i)

A color copy of the applicant's valid California driver's license, verified by the sheriff's office, and which demonstrates that the applicant is at least eighteen (18) years old.

(ii)

Provision of fingerprints, pursuant to procedures established by the sheriff's office, for the purpose of permitting the sheriff's office to conduct a criminal background check.

(iii)

If employed by a taxicab business owner, the name of the employer and identification of the specific taxicabs the applicant may operate for the employer under the permit.

(iv)

Copies of test results conducted within thirty (30) days of the application submittal date taken pursuant to a mandatory controlled substance and alcohol testing certification program. The most recent test results and any prior results for tests taken within six (6) months must be reported. All test results provided to the county shall be retained as confidential and shall not be released without the consent of the applicant, except as otherwise authorized or required by law.

(v)

An indemnification agreement signed by the applicant in a form approved by county counsel. The indemnification agreement shall provide that the applicant agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the county and its officials, employees, and agents from all damages, liabilities, claims, actions, and other expenses (including attorneys' fees) resulting from or arising out of the operation of the taxicab.

(vi)

A declaration under penalty of perjury that the taxicab driver is operating in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

(b)

Term and Renewal. Taxicab driver permits issued under this article shall be valid for a term of one (1) year from the date of issuance. Applications for renewal of such permits must be submitted to the sheriff's office at least thirty (30) days prior to the termination of the existing permit. Applications for renewal shall be submitted on forms, and with such additional documentation, information, and procedures as mandated by the sheriff's office.

(Ord. No. 6029, § I, 4-23-2013.)