Ban on Right-Hand Steering Vehicles Operation

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Republic Act No. 8506: Ban on Right-Hand Steering Vehicles Operation

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Ban on Right-Hand Steering Vehicles Operation

Law: Republic Act No. 8506

Decision Date: Feb 13, 1998

Republic Act No. 8506 prohibits the registration and operation of vehicles with right-hand steering wheels in the Philippines, with exceptions for vintage automobiles, vehicles used in motorsports events, and off-road special purpose vehicles, and violators may face imprisonment and a fine of fifty thousand pesos.

Penalties for Violation

Any person found violating this prohibition shall be subject to:
- Imprisonment under prision correccional (medium period).
- A fine of Fifty thousand pesos (₱50,000).

Effectivity Clause

The law takes effect immediately following its complete publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two national newspapers of general circulation.

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