Taxi Licensing
Taxi Licensing Division
The Prince George's County Taxi Licensing Department is responsible for regulating and overseeing Taxi Operations within the county to ensure safety, reliability, and compliance with local laws. This department manages the issuances of licenses for taxi drivers, vehicles, and companies, ensuring that all operators meet stringent requirements.
The Prince George's County Taxicab Code, Subtitle 20 Sec. 20-160.01, provides governance of the County's taxicab industry. The Department of Public Works & Transportation Taxi Division serves as the Code's administration and enforcement unit on behalf of the County.
Taxi Licensing Services
The Taxicab Licensing Section provides the following services:
- Inspection of taxicabs and fare meters to ensure the high level of safety and customer service standards set forth in the County Code are met.
- Efficient enforcement of the Taxicab Code by County investigator.
- Renewal of Prince George's County Taxicab certificates and change of vehicle processing.
- A streamlined process for issuing new and renewal of Taxicab licenses.
- Investigation of complaints of poor-quality service.
Certification and licensing forms are provided below:
- Taxi Identification Card Application
- PG Certificate Transfer Application
- PG Certificate Change of Vehicle
- Taxi Renewal Application
Taxicab Service
Taxicab Service is available throughout Prince George's County, Maryland and is provided by several licensed operators. All licensed taxicabs operate on a meter system, providing a safe, comfortable, efficient and affordable experience. These well-equipped vehicles are operated by qualified individuals who have knowledge of the county's streets and strive to provide excellent customer service.
Our goal is to protect the safety and welfare of our citizens by ensuring that businesses and individuals comply with county taxicab licensing laws by enforcing codes and regulations in a fair and professional manner.
Taxicab Rates and Taxicab Bill of Rights
Taxicab Board
The Department of Public Works & Transportation will be hosting several upcoming Taxi Board Meetings in 2024. Below you will find the dates for scheduled upcoming taxi board meetings. The link and additional details for meeting access will be provided before the meeting date. If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Transportation at (301) 883-5656.
December 17, 2024 at 1 pm on Zoom.
Join our Cloud HD Video Meeting: https://mypgc.zoom.us/j/88049406208
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