QuestionsQuestions (LTO MEMORANDUM)
The memorandum addresses the prohibition of tinted glass in public utility vehicles (specifically jeepneys and taxis).
Complaints were received that public utility vehicles with tinted glass may serve as temptations for would-be hold-uppers and harassers of passengers.
Section 37 of MC 89-109.
A fine of Php 300.00.
It specifically mentions public utility vehicles, particularly jeepneys and taxis, in the context of inspection approval and apprehension.
Tinted glasses must be removed before approval of inspection in the MVIS.
It refers to the vehicle inspection system/process where approval of inspection is granted; tinted glass must be removed before such approval.
Enforcers shall apprehend taxis and jeepneys sporting tinted glasses.
Penalties shall be imposed upon adjudication.
It states tinted glass may serve as a temptation for would-be hold-uppers and harassers of passengers.
Yes, the memorandum directs that tinted glass in jeepneys and taxis shall be removed before approval of inspection in the MVIS.
The memorandum was adopted on January 11, 1995 and signed by Manuel F. Bruan (Assistant Secretary), indicating official directive for enforcement and compliance.
“For strict compliance.”
Inspection approval would not be granted unless the tinted glass is removed prior to inspection approval.
Prohibition of tinted glass in public utility vehicles (Sec. 37 of MC 89-109), penalty of Php 300.00, and enforcement through apprehension and imposition of penalties upon adjudication, plus removal requirement before MVIS inspection approval.