Legal Authority and Empowerment
- Republic Act No. 7924 grants the MMDA authority to formulate, coordinate, and monitor traffic policies.
- MMDA empowered to implement all traffic enforcement operations, including instituting a single ticketing system.
Policy Adoption and Scope
- The Metro Manila Council authorizes MMDA to adopt a "No Physical Contact Policy" using digital cameras.
- Policy seeks to enhance traffic enforcement efficiency and reduce traffic build-up at violation sites.
Implementation Guidelines
- Traffic enforcers are mandated to strictly observe the No Physical Contact Policy when using digital cameras.
- The digital camera system is designed to complement, not replace, existing apprehension methods.
- MMDA Chairman tasked with preparing implementing guidelines to ensure efficient and effective policy execution.
Effectivity and Endorsements
- The resolution takes effect immediately upon approval.
- Endorsed and adopted by all Metro Manila city mayors, the MMDA Chairman, and respective presidents of the Vice Mayors and Councilors Leagues.
Key Legal and Operational Concepts
- Use of digital photography to record traffic violations without direct enforcer-driver interaction.
- Aim to minimize opportunities for corrupt practices in traffic enforcement.
- Policy aligns with the MMDA's mandate to rationalize transport operations and improve public service delivery in Metro Manila.