Ban on Pornographic Materials in Public Vehicles

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LTFRB MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 99-010: Ban on Pornographic Materials in Public Vehicles

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Title Supreme Court: Ban on Pornographic Materials in Public Vehicles

Law: Ltfrb Memorandum Circular No. 99-010

Decision Date: Jun 14, 1999

The LTFRB prohibits public utility operators from displaying pornographic or lewd materials on their vehicles, imposing fines and penalties for non-compliance to uphold public morals and safety.

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Definition of Pornographic and Lewd Material

Defined as material that, when viewed as a whole and applying contemporary community standards, appeals to the prurient interest of an average person.
Includes materials that depict or describe sexual conduct in a patently offensive manner.
Also includes materials that lack serious literary, artistic, political, or scientific value.

Required Action from Public Utility Operators

Operators with vehicles displaying such prohibited materials are directed to immediately remove them from their units.

Penalties for Non-compliance

First Offense: Fine of ₱1,000.00
Second Offense: Fine of ₱3,000.00
Third Offense: Fine of ₱5,000.00
Fourth Offense: Suspension of the unit’s authority to operate

Effectivity and Legal Authority

The circular takes effect fifteen (15) days after filing three copies with the U.P. Law Center.
It is promulgated under Presidential Memorandum Circular No. 11, dated October 9, 1992.
Any inconsistent Board issuances are hereby modified, superseded, or revoked to conform to this circular.

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