LTO Memorandum Circular No. AVT-2015-1950

: The main purpose is to enforce proper attachment of new Motor Vehicle (MV) standard license plates using LTO-issued bolts/self-tapping screws (Plate Locks) as part of the LTO Motor Vehicle Plate Standardization Program (MVPSP).
: All employees, particularly those issued LTO service vehicles, are directed to comply with the proper attachment of license plates.
: Plate locks refer to the specific bolts or self-tapping screws issued by the LTO that must be used for attaching the new standard MV license plates.
: Improper attachment occurs if the specified LTO plate locks are not used or if any bolts/screws other than those supplied by the LTO are used for attaching the new standard license plates.
: The violator shall be apprehended and penalized with a fine of Php5,000.00 under II(e) Joint Administrative Order (JAO) No. 2014-01 dated 02 June 2015.
: The fine is imposed under Section II(e) of Joint Administrative Order (JAO) No. 2014-01 dated 02 June 2015.
: The FED-LES (Field Enforcement Division - Law Enforcement Service) is directed to apprehend violators of this provision.
: It was adopted on June 10, 2015 and filed on June 15, 2015.
: The memorandum directs compliance with the MVPSP by mandating proper attachment of standardized MV license plates using specified plate locks supplied by the LTO.