Condition for Settlement of Traffic Violation Cases
- Drivers who are apprehended and charged with traffic violations that necessitate attendance at safety lectures shall not be permitted to settle or resolve their cases without first attending the mandated seminars.
Responsibility of Regional Directors
- Each Regional Director of the LTO holds the responsibility to ensure strict compliance with the seminar attendance requirement within their jurisdiction.
- This supervisory role includes monitoring and guaranteeing that all apprehended drivers attend the prescribed seminars before case settlement.
Purpose and Objectives of the Seminar Requirement
- The mandatory seminars aim to promote road traffic safety by educating drivers on proper and lawful driving practices.
- Additionally, the enforcement of this policy seeks to contribute to the alleviation of traffic congestion by encouraging responsible driving behavior.
Administrative Directive and Enforcement
- The memorandum underscores the importance of strict implementation and compliance with the seminar requirement.
- The directive is issued as an instrument to enhance traffic management and public safety on Philippine roads.
- Signature and authority vested in Assistant Secretary Benjamin G. Calima affirm the official nature of this memorandum and its binding effect.