Maryland § 10-203
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 10-203, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10-203.
(a) (1) An applicant for a permit to operate a taxicab business shall submit to the Commission an application on the form that the Commission provides.
(2) The Commission shall issue a permit if, after investigation, the Commission determines that issuing the permit would be best for the public welfare and convenience.
(b) In determining whether to issue a permit, the Commission shall consider all relevant factors including:
(1) the number of taxicabs to be used;
(2) the taxicab and other transportation services already available in the locality; and
(3) the rate to be charged.
(c) If it appears that a taxicab company is making an effort to mislead the public by imitating the name, design, or distinctive combination of colors of any taxicab already approved by the Commission, the Commission shall:
(1) reject the taxicab company’s application for a permit; or
(2) revoke or suspend the taxicab company’s existing permit.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 10-203
What does Maryland Code § 10-203 cover?
Section 10-203 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 10-203?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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