§ 280-60. Taximeter illumination; tampering with operation.

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No driver shall operate a vehicle for hire (classified as a taxicab) unless the taximeter is illuminated day and night so it is clearly visible, from the rear seat by the passenger, nor shall objects be placed near the taximeter to obstruct the passenger's view of the meter. No driver, or owner shall tamper with, repair, or connect any unauthorized device to the taximeter, or connect any cable, electrical wiring or electronic device, or make any change in the vehicle mechanism or its tires which would effect the operation of the taximeter. The discovery of such action shall result in the immediate suspension or revocation of the vehicle for hire license and the vehicle for hire operator's license of said driver.

                    
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