Are there places where it isn't legal to take a taxi that isn't in the front of a line?

I've experienced being turned down by taxi drivers when requesting short distances, as they have waited for some time to get in front of the line and don't want to "waste" it.

I recognize that it may be frowned upon, but is it ever illegal to take a taxi that isn't in front because they are less likely to turn you down? How about if you do it to get a nicer car?

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Is it illegal to yell taxi in England?

Don't Shout Technically, it's against the law for you to yell \u201cTaxi!\u201d to get their attention. If you see a cab with a lit sign, just hold out your arm to signal them.

Can a taxi refuse to take you UK?

Short journeysA driver of a taxi (or hackney carriage) can only refuse to carry passengers within a controlled district if he has reasonable excuse to do so. What constitutes \u201creasonable excuse\u201d is ultimately a matter for a court of law to determine.

Can taxis refuse to take a passenger?

To protect your, or any passenger's, health or safetyIf you believe you may be in danger, you have the right to refuse transportation. If you believe a passenger's health or safety may be at risk (e.g. an unsafe destination), you may refuse to transport.

Does Italy have taxis?

Taxis are a solid option, but Uber isn't Locals tell us that taxis in Italy are perfectly safe to use (although they can sometimes be expensive). Here's what locals in Italy say about using taxis (and Uber): Do not get into unlicensed cabs\u2014they're often targets for scams.

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