Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 266)
The two service units established are the Law Enforcement Service and the Traffic Adjudication Service.
The Service Chief is appointed by the President of the Philippines upon recommendation of the Secretary of Transportation and Communications.
The Law Enforcement Service is tasked with effective enforcement of traffic laws, rules, and regulations, having the same functions and powers as the prior Law Enforcement Division.
The Traffic Adjudication Service hears and decides cases involving violations of land transportation laws, imposes fines/penalties, orders vehicle impounding or confiscation of plates, issues subpoenas, summons witnesses, administers oaths, and promulgates procedural rules.
No. Such cases or those punishable under the Revised Penal Code or other penal laws fall under the jurisdiction of regular courts.
No, except for the power to issue subpoenas and administer oaths, the Traffic Adjudication Service uses reasonable means to ascertain facts without strict adherence to technical legal procedures, while ensuring due process.
It has the power to order the impounding of motor vehicles, confiscation of plates, and arrest violators of land transportation laws, rules, and regulations.
They may require cooperation and assistance from the Philippine Constabulary, particularly the Highway Patrol Group, the Integrated National Police, or any other government agency or office.
Funds shall be sourced from the Department of Transportation and Communications' available funds and/or from subsequent appropriations.
Executive Order No. 266 modifies Executive Order No. 125 as amended by Executive Order No. 125-A.