Well here's something we didn't previously know.
Recently we hailed a taxi in the Lower Haight, and noticed the small sign above affixed to the car's dashboard. It read:
"$100 VOMIT SURCHARGE!Article 1100 Section 1122
PUKING INSIDE MY CAR COST YOU $100"
The bizarre illustrations, multicolored type, and lack of any further explanatory information had us skeptical.
However, it turns out this threat is legit.
"Cleaning Fee. Drivers are authorized to collect a cleaning fee of up to $100 from any passenger who permanently stains the interior of the vehicle or who renders the vehicle temporarily unfit for for-hire passengers because of spillage of any substance such that the vehicle must be taken out of service and cleaned."
So, next time you're a little tipsy or otherwise unsettled on your cab ride home, remember to ask your driver to pull over or open a window before you lose your self control, or be prepared to fork over an extra Benjamin.
This has been your friendly Hoodline public service announcement. Happy Saturday!