Question & AnswerQ&A (LTO MEMORANDUM)
The subject of the LTO Memorandum dated September 25, 1995, is the confiscation of illegally used number plates and stickers.
Authorities are directed to confiscate any lost number plates or stickers found attached to another vehicle, impound the vehicle, conduct an investigation, and file necessary charges in appropriate courts as evidence may warrant.
The purpose is to prevent and penalize the illegal use of lost number plates and stickers that mislead authorities and to uphold the integrity of vehicle registration and traffic laws.
The vehicle should be impounded, a proper investigation should be conducted, and charges should be filed in appropriate courts if evidence warrants.
Reports should be submitted to the Office of the Assistant Secretary who issued the memorandum.
The use of lost number plates and stickers by unscrupulous persons for the purpose of misleading the authorities is considered illegal.
Yes, charges should be filed in appropriate courts based on the evidence available.
Strict compliance with the memorandum is emphasized.
The Chief of the Law Enforcement Service issued the general alarm regarding lost number plates and stickers, prompting the memorandum directive.