Question & AnswerQ&A (LTFRB MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 2005-024)
The main purpose is to mandate the compulsory display of the fare matrix in public utility vehicles and to impose penalties for non-compliance, thereby protecting the riding public from unreasonable fare charges and distinguishing legitimate operators from "colorum" or unauthorized operators.
Operators of Metro Manila Airconditioned and Non-Airconditioned Public Utility Buses, Public Utility Jeepneys (PUJ) nationwide, and Provincial Non-Airconditioned Public Utility Buses are required to apply and secure the Fare Matrices.
The deadline to apply and secure the Fare Matrices is 31 August 2005. Apprehension for non-compliance starts on 15 September 2005.
The penalties are: First Offense - Php 500.00 fine; Second Offense - Php 1,000.00 fine; Third Offense - Cancellation of Franchise.
First Offense: Php 5,000.00 fine and thirty (30) days suspension of franchise; Second Offense: Cancellation of franchise.
Yes, displaying a photocopied fare matrix is allowed provided the original is presented upon demand for comparison and validation.
They are directed to apprehend public utility vehicles that do not have original fare matrices displayed and to confiscate plates of violators, which will be surrendered to the Legal Division of the LTFRB for proper processing and disposition.
It takes effect fifteen (15) days following the filing of three (3) copies with the UP Law Center pursuant to Presidential Memorandum Circular No. 11, dated 09 October 1992.
A Certificate of Public Convenience (CPC) permits a public utility operator to provide transport services, and the primary consideration in granting a CPC is public convenience. Compliance with fare matrix rules is part of the terms and conditions attached to the CPC.
Protecting legitimate operators and drivers from "colorum" operations ensures fair competition and protects the riding public from unauthorized and potentially unsafe or overpriced services.