ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
By-Laws
21. Use of taximeters.
Edition: 2022-12-31 · In force
21. Use of taximeters.
(1)The driver of a taxi-cab shall—(a)when plying for hire keep the taxi-meter locked in the position in which no fare is recorded on the face of the taxi-meter or, if a sign is provided pursuant to the provisions of paragraph (3) of by-law 18 of these By-laws so operate the sign that the words "For Hire" are clearly and conveniently legible to a person outside the vehicle;(b)as soon as the vehicle is hired operate the said sign so that the words "For Hire" are not visible to persons outside the vehicle;(c)as soon as the vehicle is hired, bring the machinery of the taximeter into action;(d)cause the dial of the taximeter to be kept properly illuminated throughout any part of the hiring which is during the night, as defined in the Traffic Rules, 1953(Sub. Leg) and also at any other time at the request of the hirer.(2)Any driver who contravenes or fails to comply with any of the provisions of this by-law shall be guilty of an offence against these By-laws.