1) If the meter isn't running, you don't pay. If he refuses to release your bags, call the police. This constitutes theft (and possibly false imprisonment if

1) If the meter isn't running, you don't pay. If he refuses to release your bags, call the police. This constitutes theft (and possibly false imprisonment if he won't let you out of the passenger area), so you may be able to call 911. 2) Report the company to the local taxi licensing commission. After a few complaints, they lose their license/medallion. One caveat: taxis at the end of a shift are allowed to pick their destination. If the taxi isn't at the end of the shift, let the local bouncer/valet know and that taxi won't be allowed back. 3) See #2. 4) See #2. 5) See #2. 6) See #2. Also, call the police because you are probably not in a licensed taxi.