§ 18-33. Operators and drivers distinguished

To operate one (1) or more taxicabs shall mean to engage in the taxicab business with such taxicabs in the town by causing taxicabs which are under one's ownership or control to be propelled, either by himself or by someone under his direction or supervision, for the purpose of carrying passengers for hire. To drive a taxicab shall mean to be physically in control of a taxicab whether or not such taxicab be in motion, when such taxicab is being used for, or is available or ready to be used for the carrying of passengers for hire. A driver is one who drives a taxicab. The same person may or may not be both an operator and a driver.

(Code 1973, § 24-9)