Definition and Identification of Violations
- "Colorum" operation defined as the use of private vehicles for public transport without proper authorization (CPC).
- Apprehension process involves law enforcement agencies identifying and issuing penalties to violators.
Penalties and Sanctions for Repeated Violations
- Vehicles apprehended three times for colorum operations will be permanently banned from being used as public utility vehicles.
- Owners of such vehicles are barred from applying for any franchise with the LTFRB.
Consequences for Franchise Holders
- If the offending owner holds franchises for other units, all such franchises will be cancelled and revoked.
- Due process is mandated, requiring notice and hearing before cancellation or revocation.
Administrative Procedures and Coordination
- Management Information Division and Regional Office Records Section ordered to compile monthly inventories of apprehended vehicles from law enforcement agencies.
- Ensures systematic monitoring and information exchange among agencies.
Legal and Procedural Effectivity
- The Circular supersedes any inconsistent prior issuances.
- Effective fifteen (15) days after submission of copies to the UP Law Center, in compliance with Presidential Memorandum Circular No. 11 (1992).
Authority and Adoption
- Issued and signed by the Chairperson and Board Member of the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB).
- Formalizes legal and administrative measures against colorum operations within the Philippine land transportation sector.