Question & AnswerQ&A (LTO MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. ACL-2010-1273)
It pertains to the issuance of certification to drivers whose driver's licenses cannot be issued due to pending Requests for System Update (RSUs).
The delay in processing time for renewing driver's licenses due to pending Requests for System Update (RSUs), as noted in feedback after Memorandum Circular No. ACL-2009-1235 was issued.
The memorandum circular is retroactive to October 21, 2009.
No, a driver-applicant may not be apprehended or penalized for driving with an expired license if the delay is due to a pending RSU and they have the issued certification.
An RSU refers to a process or update in the driver's license system that affects the issuance or renewal of driver's licenses.
Memorandum Circular No. ACL-2009-1235 dated October 21, 2009.
Yes, there is a mandated certification form attached to the memorandum for ready reference to legitimize the driver's status during the pending RSU period.