Required Documents During Apprehension
- Driver/operator must present:
- Copy of the Petition for Extension of Validity of CPC duly received by the LTFRB.
- Official Receipt acknowledging the petition.
- The expired franchise document.
- No apprehension shall be made if these documents are properly presented at the time of apprehension.
Consequences of Failing to Present Required Documents
- Immediate apprehension of the vehicle and driver/operator for colorum operation.
- The unit shall be impounded pending further adjudication.
Procedures During Adjudication
- If the prescribed documents are presented during adjudication:
- A fine of Three Hundred Seventy Five Pesos (P375.00) for "No CPC Carried" violation.
- A Ten Pesos (P10.00) Legal Research Fund fee.
- If documents are not presented at adjudication:
- A fine for colorum operation shall be imposed.
Release of Impounded Vehicles or Items
- Confiscated or impounded vehicles or objects shall not be released without prior verification of documents from LTFRB or the concerned Regional Director.
Reporting and Coordination
- The Land Transportation Office (LTO) must furnish a copy of the Adjudication Resolution finding a colorum violation to the LTFRB Chairperson or concerned Regional Director.
- The report should include the imposed fine/penalty and request appropriate action in response to the violation.
Superseding Effect and Compliance
- All prior orders, memoranda, or circulars inconsistent with these guidelines are superseded and modified accordingly.
- Strict compliance with these guidelines is mandated for all concerned authorities.
Adoption and Authority
- These guidelines were adopted on March 3, 2005.
- Signed by Assistant Secretary Anneli R. Lontoc for official implementation.