Title
Rules on Commemorative Plate Use and Placement
Law
Lto Memorandum
Decision Date
Jul 20, 2009
The July 20, 2009 LTO Memorandum reaffirms that commemorative plates must be superimposed over regular license plates without replacing them, in compliance with existing laws governing vehicle registration and plate display.
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Q&A (LTO MEMORANDUM)

The subject is amending Administrative Order No. AHS-2008-013, specifically the rules and regulations governing the use and issuance of commemorative plates.

The commemorative plate shall be superimposed over the regular plate as illustrated in referenced sketches, but the placement of the regular front plate shall be maintained in the space provided for the purpose.

No, removal of the regular front plate shall be deemed a violation of the order.

It states that the commemorative plate shall not be used in place of the regular plate, and the regular plate must be displayed in the space provided even during the use of a commemorative plate.

Superimposition is prohibited as it violates Section 3(c) of Memorandum Order No. 405 and Section 18 of Republic Act No. 4136, the Land Transportation and Traffic Code.

Every motor vehicle shall display one number plate in front and one at the rear, kept clean and firmly affixed so it is entirely visible and always legible.

It is considered a violation of the administrative order and applicable laws.

Yes, it remains in full force and effect concerning the placement and installation of commemorative plates.

To comply with the Land Transportation and Traffic Code which requires the regular plates to be conspicuous, visible, and legible at all times.


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