Use of current LTO Temporary Operator's Permit

The memorandum maintains the status quo on the use of current LTO TOP, including system applications and procedures.
The memorandum is issued to further the implementation of Joint Administrative Order No. 2014-01 on the revised schedule of fines and penalties for violations of land transportation laws, rules, and regulations.
The memorandum guides apprehension practices relative to the implementation of Joint Administrative Order No. 2014-01.

LTO apprehending enforcers must continue using the current LTO Temporary Operator’s Permit (TOP) in the conduct of apprehensions.
LTO apprehending enforcers must apply the memorandum’s directions during apprehensions tied to the enforcement framework under Joint Administrative Order No. 2014-01.

Enforcers are directed to continue with the use of current LTO TOP.
Enforcers are directed to apply and conduct relevant system applications and procedures consistent with maintaining the status quo in relation to Joint Administrative Order No. 2014-01.

Apprehending enforcers must accurately specify violations during apprehension.
Accurate specification must follow the attached checklist of violations under Joint Administrative Order No. 2014-01.
The relevant Joint Administrative Order is dated 02 June 2014 (Joint Administrative Order No. 2014-01 dated 02 June 2014).

The memorandum operates “further to” the implementation of Joint Administrative Order No. 2014-01 on the revised schedule of fines and penalties for violations of land transportation laws, rules, and regulations.
The memorandum’s apprehension instructions are tied to ensuring enforcement reflects the violation categories identified in the checklist under Joint Administrative Order No. 2014-01.

All concerned are directed to implement the memorandum’s directives through immediate and strict compliance.