Title
Repeal of Mandatory Drug Testing for Driver's Licenses
Law
Lto Memorandum
Decision Date
Jun 27, 2013
The repeal of mandatory drug testing for drivers' licenses in the Philippines eliminates the requirement for applicants to undergo drug testing and present certification of being drug-free, with the Department of Transportation and Communications responsible for implementing new regulations.
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Questions (LTO MEMORANDUM)

Republic Act No. 10586, also known as the Anti-Drunk and Anti-Drugged Driving Act of 2013, repealed the mandatory drug testing requirement.

Section 19 of Republic Act No. 10586 expressly repealed the conduct of mandatory drug testing under subparagraph (a) Section 36 of Republic Act No. 9165.

The previous law was Republic Act No. 9165, the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.

No, applicants for new and/or renewal of driver's licenses are no longer required to present certification that they have undergone mandatory drug testing.

The repeal is effective immediately as stated in the LTO Memorandum dated June 27, 2013.

Its purpose is to prevent and penalize drunk and drugged driving to enhance road safety.

The memorandum was signed by Virginia P. Torres, Assistant Secretary.

Yes, the LTO will finalize and submit the requisite rules and regulations to the Department of Transportation and Communications.

No, the repeal only removes the mandatory drug testing certification for driver's license applications; other rules related to drug use and driving under RA No. 10586 remain in effect.


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