Law Summary
Scope of Application
- The order applies exclusively to motor vehicles owned or used by judges within the specified courts.
- It covers all first-level courts under the Philippine judicial system where the mentioned judges serve.
Official Effectivity and Implementation
- The Memorandum Order shall take effect immediately following its publication in a national newspaper with general circulation.
- Publication ensures public notice and legal enforcement of the license plate assignment.
Authority and Execution
- Issued by the Executive Secretary under the authority of the President of the Philippines.
- Dated March 2, 2009, and executed in the City of Manila.
Purpose and Legal Significance
- The designation of a special protocol license plate number specifically identifies vehicles used by judicial officers at the first-level court tier.
- This facilitates recognition, security, and official status of the vehicles, reflecting the importance of the judiciary's operational functions.
No Mention of Penalties or Further Procedures
- The memorandum order does not specify penalties, detailed procedures for allocation, or enforcement mechanisms beyond the assignment of the number 17 license plate.
- Focus remains on the formal assignment and immediate implementation of the protocol plate number for these court judges' vehicles.