Adams v. Burke

Reversing.

This case involves the validity of an ordinance enacted by the city of Carrollton "regulating the operation of passenger transportation companies" within its limits. Appellee is engaged in the taxicab business under a certificate of convenience and necessity granted by the Board of Council under the questioned ordinance. Appellant attempted to operate a similar service in the city without obtaining such a certificate. Appellee sought, and was granted, a permanent injunction enjoining appellant from operating a taxicab in Carrollton until such time as he obtained a certificate issued…