Nevada Code § 706.8837

Standards for taxicabs before operation
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A certificate holder shall not permit a
taxicab to be operated in passenger service unless it meets all of the
following standards:
1. The steering mechanism is in good
mechanical working order.
2. The vehicle does not have any apparent
loose knuckles, bolts or gear trains.
3. The door hinges and latches are in good
mechanical working order and all doors operate easily and close securely.
4. Interior or exterior advertising does
not obscure the drivers view in any direction.
5. The windows are clear and free from
cracks or chips in excess of 3 inches in length and are composed of approved,
nonshatterable safety glass.
6. The brakes are in good mechanical
working order and when pressed are not less than 1 3/4 inches from the
floorboard.
7. The exhaust system, gaskets, tailpipes
and mufflers are in good condition and exhaust fumes do not penetrate the
interior of the vehicle.
8. The vehicle is equipped with four
adequate and safe tires. Recapped tires may be used. Regrooved tires may not be
used.
9. The speedometer is properly installed,
maintained in good working order and exposed to view.
10. The interior of the vehicle is clean,
free from torn upholstery and from damaged or broken seats.
11. The headlights, taillights, stoplights
and turn signals are in good mechanical working order.
12. The horn and two windshield wipers are
in good mechanical working order.
13. The taximeter is working properly, is
not disconnected and has its covers and gears intact.
14. An air pollution control system is
functioning in accordance with federal, state and local laws which were
applicable to the type of vehicle at the time of its manufacture.

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