Guidelines on the Use and Acceptance of Drug Test Results by the Land Transportation Office (LTO)
- The LTO issues guidelines aligning with RA 9165 on accepting drug test results for driver's license applicants and renewal holders.
- The acceptance of drug test results must conform with the standards set by the DOH regarding accreditation and monitoring.
Revocation of Previously Imposed Requirement on Driver's License Application Process
- Memorandum Circular No. RTL-MC-02386 dated 10 June 2002, specifically Item No. 5, required applicants to secure a duly accomplished driver’s license application form from the district office/licensing center before drug test results would be accepted.
- This requirement conflicted with RA 9165 and posed a risk of misuse by fixers and unscrupulous persons.
- The specific provision under the prior memorandum circular is revoked and declared invalid by LTO Memorandum Circular No. 585-2005.
Supersession and Legal Effect
- All previous orders and memoranda inconsistent with this directive are superseded.
- The revocation aims to prevent abuse and ensure compliance with the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act.
Enforcement and Compliance
- The memorandum mandates strict compliance by all concerned offices and personnel within the LTO.
- Effective adoption date is March 30, 2005, pursuant to Assistant Secretary Anneli R. Lontoc.
This consolidated explanation clarifies key provisions affecting drug testing requirements for driver’s license applicants within the legal framework of drug control laws and administrative measures of the Land Transportation Office.