LTFRB MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 98-027

: Section 13 of C.A. No. 146, as amended, known as the Public Service Act, requires motorized vehicles used as public land transportation to secure a Certificate of Public Convenience or franchise.
: Yes, owners of dump/cargo trucks and other private vehicles rented out for a fee are required to apply for and secure franchises from the LTFRB.
: They should require the production or presentation of the franchise or authority from the LTFRB to operate the service.
: Section 13 relates to the requirement of a franchise, and Section 15 is also cited in relation to this provision.
: It took effect fifteen (15) days after filing three copies with the U.P. Law Center, pursuant to Presidential Memorandum Circular No. 11 dated October 9, 1992.
: To legitimize and authorize the operation of these vehicles as public land transportation services.
: It applies nationwide, but franchises can be secured either from the LTFRB central office or its regional offices in respective jurisdictions.
: Operating without a franchise is illegal and may subject the operator to enforcement actions, penalties, and prohibition from operating.
: Filing with the U.P. Law Center is a requirement under Presidential Memorandum Circular No. 11, and marks the official effectivity of the Memorandum Circular.