Law Enforcement Operation and Planning with Crime Mapping

REY NINO B. ABUCAY RCrim, MSCJ, LPT, CSP

Lesson title: Materials:

LTO (Land Transportation Office) and its Law Enforcement Ballpen Notebook and Paper
Operations
References:
Lesson Objectives: https://www.lto.net.ph/
At the end of this module, you should be able to: www.lto.gov.ph

1. Identify the Law Enforcement Operations of LTO

2. Discuss the functions of LTO
1.

LTO (Land Transportation Office)

The Land Transportation Office (Filipino: Tanggapan ng Transportasyong-Lupa or LTO) is an agency of

the Philippine government under the Department of Transportation and is responsible for all land transportation
in the Philippines. Functions of the Land Transportation Office include the inspection and registration of motor
vehicles, issuance of license and permits, enforcement of land transportation rules and regulations,
adjudication of traffic cases, and the collection of revenues for the government of the Philippines.

Its primary mission is to rationalize the land transportation services and facilities and to effectively
implement the various transportation laws, rules, and regulations. It believes that it is the responsibility of those
involved in the public service to be more vigilant in their part in the over-all development scheme of national
leadership. Hence, the promotion of safety and comfort in land travel is one of LTO's continuing commitments.
It aims to be a frontline government agency that showcases fast and efficient public service for a progressive
land transport sector.

Functions and Mandate

 License and Permit Issuance

The LTO is in charge of the issuance, renewal, and regulation of driver's licenses. It can issue licenses
to both citizens and foreigners provided that they meet the requirements for those licenses. The LTO provides
the non-professional driver's license, which allows holders to operate vehicles under the restriction codes 1,2,
and 4. It also provides the professional driver's license, which allows the bearer to operate vehicles under all 8
restriction codes. The LTO also issues student permits (SP), which are a primary requirement for both the non-
professional and professional driver's licenses. All applicants are also required to pass both a written and
practical examination to be granted their license. The application process for any license or permit may be
done at any LTO Licensing Center and District/Extension Office.

 Motor Vehicle Registration

The LTO is responsible for the registration of motor vehicles and renewals. It can register brand new
vehicles, including locally manufactured vehicles, imported vehicles, light electric vehicles, low speed vehicles,
three wheeled vehicles, and tax exempt vehicles. Each category has an obligatory set of requirements and
procedures to follow to be fully registered. Renewals are also obligated to submit the necessary requirements

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and to follow procedures to be fully renewed. The LTO also oversees miscellaneous transactions, specifically
transactions requiring change of certificate of registration, and transactions that do not require the change of
certificate of registration.

 Law Enforcement and Adjudication of Cases

One of the main functions of the LTO is to strictly implement and enforce the laws regarding land
transportation. Necessary requirements and procedures are to be followed in settlements of admitted cases
and contested cases of motor vehicles, plates, and driver's licenses. The LTO also follows a strict procedure in
settlements of impounded violations. It also allows private and for hire motor vehicles to apply for duplicate
plates. Furthermore, the LTO is in charge of ensuring that public land transportation services abide by the fares
set by the LTFRB. It has sanctions for the overcharging and undercharging of fares, and for non-issuance of
fare tickets.

 Manufacturers, Assemblers, Importers, and Dealers Reporting (MAIDR)

The LTO grants accreditation to certain manufacturers, assemblers, importers, and dealers who wish to
transact business with the LTO. A firm, person, or corporation must file an application for accreditation with
Assistant Secretary of the Land Transportation Office containing certain requirements and qualifications in
order to transact business with the LTO relative to Motor Vehicles or its components. It also issues the
Certificate of Stock Reported (CSR) which certifies that a motor vehicle or its component has already been
reported by its manufacturer, assembler, or importer to MAIDRS

Mission
Rationalize the land transportation services and facilities and to effectively implement the various
transportation laws, rules and regulations. It is the responsibility of those involved in the public service to be
more vigilant in their part in the over-all development scheme of the national leadership. Hence, promotion of
safety and comfort in land travel is a continuing commitment of the LTO.

Vision
A front line government agency showcasing fast and efficient public service for a progressive land
transport sector.

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Activity 3: Skill-building Activities

Activity 3.1 Summarize It!

Summarize the 4 Functions of LTO. Write your answer on the box below.

Activity 3.2. What would happen if a vehicle would be apprehended by an LTO Personnel? (5 pts)

Activity 4: What I Know Chart, part 2 (2 mins)

For this activity, you are required to go back to Activity 1 and check your knowledge by reviewing the
questions in What I know Chart and write your answers to the questions based on What you have now learned
(Third column of the chart). Write your answers clearly without erasures.

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Activity 5: Check for Understanding

Multiple Choice. Encircle the letter of your own choice.

1. They are responsible for all land transportation in the Philippines.

A. LTO B. PNP C. DOTr D. Police Auxiliary
2. A Rationalize land transportation services and facilities to effectively implement the various transportation
laws, rules and regulations is the ______ statement of LTO.
A. Vision B. Mission C. Functional D. Mandate
3. They also provide the professional driver's license, which allows the bearer to operate vehicles under all 8
restriction codes. The LTO also issues student permits (SP), which are a primary requirement for both the non-
professional and professional driver's licenses. This is under what function of the LTO?
A.Motor Vehicle Registration C. Law Enforcement and Adjudication of Cases
B.License and Permit Issuance D. Manufacturers, Assemblers, Importers, and Dealers Reporting
4. The LTO grants accreditation to certain manufacturers, assemblers, importers, and dealers who wish to
transact business with the LTO. This is under what function of the LTO?
A.Motor Vehicle Registration C. Law Enforcement and Adjudication of Cases
B.License and Permit Issuance D. Manufacturers, Assemblers, Importers, and Dealers Reporting
5. One of the main functions of the LTO is to strictly implement and enforce the laws regarding land
transportation. This is under what function of the LTO?
A.Motor Vehicle Registration C. Law Enforcement and Adjudication of Cases
B.License and Permit Issuance D. Manufacturers, Assemblers, Importers, and Dealers Reporting

FAQs

1. What is TOP?

Answer: TOP means Temporary Operator’s Permit. Pursuant to Memorandum Circular No. 515-2004 dated
25 May 2004, TOP shall be used in apprehension of all violations and it is strictly required to be issued to the
apprehended driver/operator at the site and time of apprehension.

2. What is an IRMV?

IRMV means Impounding Receipt of Motor Vehicle. It is issued if the motor vehicle was impounded. IRMV is
accomplished by the apprehending officer and validated by the Motor Vehicle Custodian (MVC) assigned at
the impounding area.

3. Can TOP be temporarily used as a driver’s license of the apprehended operator/driver?

Yes. TOP serves as driver’s temporary license within 72 hours or 3 days only.

4. How many days is the validity of the TOP?

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72 hours or 3 days is the validity of the TOP, unless specified for a shorter period of time.

5. Can TOP be extended after 72 hours or 3 days after its validity?

No. There is no extension of TOP after 72 hours or 3 days.

6. What will happen if the apprehended operator/driver failed to settle his case within 15 days from the
date of apprehension?

If the apprehended driver/operator failed to settle his case within 15 days from the date of apprehension, it will
cause the suspension/revocation of his driver’s license.

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