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LTO Warns “No Show” Doctors and Medical Clinics: Shape Up or Face Suspension, Closure

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) warned accredited doctors and medical clinics to immediately stop their “no show” activity or face suspension or worse, permanent closure. The stern warning was issued by LTO Chief Assistant Secretary Jose Arturo “Jay Art” Tugade after receiving reports that certain medical clinics and doctors issue medical certificates to driver’s license …

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Atty. Jay Art Tugade Appointed as New LTO Chief; Vows to Reform, Rid Agency vs. Corruption

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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has named lawyer and businessman Atty. Jose Arturo “Jay Art” Tugade as the new Assistant Secretary to head the Land Transportation Office (LTO). After taking his oath of office before Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista earlier today, Atty. Tugade, in a statement, vowed to implement reforms within the agency and improve …

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Data Privacy and Protection Assured in All Transactions at the LTO

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The Land Transportation Office (LTO) assures the public that all personal information provided to the Agency in all transactions is protected and secured. The LTO gave the assurance after an LTO District Office was reported as allegedly requiring clients to provide the ID and password of a company applying for renewal of motor vehicle registration …

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LTO to Conduct More Terminal Inspections and Random Drug Tests on PUV Drivers to Ensure Safety of Road Users

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The Land Transportation Office (LTO) will adopt a proactive approach in conducting nationwide terminal inspection and quick random drug tests on drivers of Public Utility Vehicles (PUVs). The effort is in accordance with Section 15 of Republic Act No. 10856 or the Anti-Drunk and Drugged Driving Act of 2013, which calls for a nationwide random …

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LTO, Dermalog Join Hands to Resolve Issues Related to Processing of Transactions

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The Land Transportation Office (LTO) and Dermalog officials have agreed to resolve the problems being experienced by the motoring public in transacting with the agency the past few days. Both parties recently met and discussed how to improve business processes and customer experience in availing of the services offered by the LTO. One of the …

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Republic Act No. 8749

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The Act calls for the regulation of all motor vehicles and engines, whether imported new or locally-assembled, wherein they shall not be registered unless compliance with the emission standards is met, as evidenced by a Certificate of Conformity (COC) issued by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources. Fines and penalties include: First Offense – …

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Republic Act No. 8750

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The Act calls for the mandatory use of seat belts among passengers of all motor vehicles whether private or for hire, seated facing forward in the front row seats and those seated at the back row (passenger immediately behind the driver) of private cars, Sports Utility Vehicles (SUV) and for hire vehicles with running engine …

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Republic Act No. 10586

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The law states that it shall be unlawful for any person to drive a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, dangerous drugs and/or other similar substances. Tests to be done to determine driver’s intoxication and use of dangerous drugs include the Alcohol Breath Analyzer (ABA) Test and Mandatory Drug Testing. If a driver …

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LTO pushes for more dialogue, further review before full implementation of NCAP

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The Land Transportation Office (LTO) reiterates its position to suspend temporarily the No Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP) currently being implemented in some cities in the National Capital Region (NCR). Clear-cut guidelines should first be drafted, finalized and then tested in order for the NCAP to effectively work for the benefit of the motoring public, according …

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