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R.A. No. 10054

“MOTORCYCLE
HELMET ACT
OF 2009”

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 R.A. No. 10054 – Motorcycle Helmet Act of 2009

MANDATORY USE OF
MOTORCYCLE HELMETS

All motorcycle riders and back riders SHALL at all

times wear standard protective motorcycle helmets
while driving, whether long or short drives, in any type
of road and highway.

Standard protective motorcycle helmets - appropriate

types that comply with the specifications issued by the DTI.
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Types of helmet

X
FULL FACE HALF FACE HALF HEAD

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Rider’s Fines and Penalties Demerit Points

1/3/5
Section 7 (a)

1st OFFENSE Php 1,500.00

2nd OFFENSE 3,000.00
3rd OFFENSE 5,000.00
th 10,000.00
4 OFFENSE and
Plus confiscation of the
SUCCEEDING OFFENSES
driver’s license

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 R.A. No. 10054 – Motorcycle Helmet Act of 2009

PROVISION OF MOTORCYCLE
HELMETS

A new motorcycle helmet which bears the Philippine

Standard (PS) mark or Import Commodity Clearance
(ICC) of Bureau of Product Standards (BPS) and
complies with the standards set by the BPS shall be
made available by every seller and/or dealer every time
a new motorcycle unit is purchased and which the
purchaser may buy at his option.
Fines Section 7(b)

Php10,000.00 up to Php20,000.00

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Fines Demerit Points
1/3

Any person who uses, sells and distributes substandard

motorcycle helmets or those which do not bear the PS mark
or the ICC certificate
1st offense Php 3,000.00
2nd offense Php 5,000.00

and subject to other penalties imposed in Republic Act No.

7394 or the "Consumer Act of the Philippines".

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 R.A. No. 10054 – Motorcycle Helmet Act of 2009
Fines Demerit Points
1/3

Tampering, alteration, forgery and imitation of the PS mark and the ICC
certificates in the helmets shall be punished with a fine of not less than Ten
thousand pesos (Php10,000.00) but not more than Twenty thousand pesos
(Php20,000.00), without prejudice to other penalties imposed in Republic
Act No. 7394 or the "Consumer Act of the Philippines".

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R.A. No. 10666

“CHILDREN’S
SAFETY ON
MOTORCYCLES
ACT OF 2015”

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 R.A. No.10666 – Children’s Safety on Motorcycles Act of 2015

PROHIBITION
It is unlawful for any person to drive a
two-wheeled motorcycle with a child on board
on public roads where:
there is heavy volume of vehicles or,
there is a high density of fast moving vehicles or,
where a speed limit of more than 60/kph is imposed.
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Allowed if:
(a) The child’s feet can comfortably reach
the standard foot peg of the motorcycle;
and;
(b) The child's arms can reach around and
grasp the waist of the motorcycle rider;
and;
(c) The child is wearing a standard
protective helmet.

Exception: If the child to be transported needs immediate medical attention.

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Fines and Penalties

1st OFFENSE P3,000.00
2nd OFFENSE P5,000.00
3rd OFFENSE P10,000.00 and (1) one month suspension of
driver’s license
SUCCEEDING OFFENSE Automatic revocation of driver’s license

Demerit Points
1/3/5

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Fines and Penalties

If death shall have resulted or serious or less serious injuries

shall have been inflicted upon the child or any other person
- one (1) year imprisonment upon the motorcycle rider or
operator of the motorcycle involved
- penalties under "The Revised Penal Code of the Philippines",
as amended

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 Tricycle – REGISTRATION AND COMMON VIOLATIONS

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 Tricycle Operation

REGISTRATION of TRICYCLE

All motor vehicles (including tricycle) must be registered with LTO and must
be renewed yearly.

The initial registration of Brand New Motorcycles with more than 200cc
engine displacement has three (3) years registration validity.

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 Tricycle Operation

FRANCHISE OF FOR-HIRE TRICYCLE

Concerned LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNIT has the power to

regulate the operation of tricycles and grant franchises within
its territorial jurisdiction

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 Tricycle Operation – Common Violation

1. Overcharging / Fare Matrix violation – taking advantage of all types of

situation (heavy traffic, rainy season, night or early morning trips, etc)
2. Overloading of passengers especially K-12 students
3. Driving tricycle with expired registration
4. Driving with invalid license or without license
5. Improper or not wearing TODA uniform
6. Wearing slippers and shorts
7. Open pipe in violation of R.A. No. 4136 for illegal modification
8. Illegal turns resulting to obstruction of traffic or worse road crash
9. Changing lane or turning without using proper signals whether by hand or
switches
10. Disregarding traffic enforcers

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 Tricycle Operation – Common Violation

11. Improper use of headlights or taillights in violation of R.A. No. 4136 (forward
light – red, rear brake light – blinking red)
12. Travelling on national roads in violation of LGU franchise resulting to
obstruction or road crash
13. Allowing children to ride at the back of the driver
14. Allowing children to drive
15. Unlighted interior
16. Illegal or improper installation of audio or sound system
17. Driving against the flow of traffic
18. Parking or waiting within six (6) meters of intersection
19. Parking or waiting on the side walks intended for pedestrians (schools,
markets, illegal terminal etc.)
20. Improper balancing of passengers or loads
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 Proper Tricycle Operation

• Use professional driver’s license for for-hire tricycle

• Update/renew registration and license
• Always be a disciplined driver
• Always wear proper uniform with pants and shoes
• Maintain roadworthiness
• Never modify the motorcycle
• Do not overload passengers or cargo
• Never be complacent when turning or changing lanes
• Follow the authorized route only
• Follow the traffic rules and regulations

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R.A. No. 11235

“Motorcycle Crime
Prevention Act”

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 R.A. No. 11235 – Motorcycle Crime Prevention Act

“Motorcycle Crime Prevention Act”

AN ACT PREVENTING AND PENALIZING THE USE OF
MOTORCYCLE IN THE COMMISSION OF CRIMES

Registration by the Owner

The owner of a motorcycle shall register his or her motorcycle with the LTO
within five (5) days from such acquisition of ownership. The owner of a
motorcycle shall also immediately report any sale or disposition of his or her
motorcycle to the LTO.
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Bigger, Readable and Color- Coded Number Plates

The LTO shall:

o issue a set of bigger, readable and color-coded number plate for every
motorcycle, which shall consist of a metal number plate to be installed
at the rear of the motorcycle and decal number plate/RFID to be
displayed at the front.

Motorcycle plate must be readable from a distance of at least

fifteen (15) meters. All motorcycles shall have a rear plate light.
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 R.A. No. 11235 – Motorcycle Crime Prevention Act

SAMPLE PLATES

NCR REGION 3 REGION 11

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 R.A. No. 11235 – Motorcycle Crime Prevention Act

VIOLATION
Failure of the owner to report the
sale to LTO within 5 days
PENALTY
Fine of P20,000.00 - P50,000.00 or,
Arresto Mayor (1 month and 1 day to 6 months) to
Prision Correccional ( 6 months and 1 day to 6 yrs.),
or both

Fine of P50,000.00 – P100,000.00, or

Driving without a number plate or
Prision Correccional (6 months and 1 day to 6 yrs.),
a readable number plate
or both

Any law enforcer who shall fail to

surrender to proper authorities a Prision Correccional (6 months and 1 day to 6 yrs.)
seized motorcycle within 24 hours

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VIOLATION
If a motorcycle is used in the commission of a
crime constituting a grave felony under the
Revised Penal Code (owner, driver and
backrider)
If a motorcycle is used in the commission of a
crime constituting a less grave felony or light
felony (e.g slight physical injuries; theft;
alteration of boundary marks) under the
Revised Penal Code
If a seized motorcycle is used in the
commission of a crime
If death or serious physical injuries (unlawful
use of motorcycle)
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PENALTY
Reclusion Temporal (12 yrs. and 1 day to 20 yrs.)
to
Reclusion Perpetua (imprisonment for at least 30
yrs.)
Prision Correccional (6 months and 1 day to 6
yrs.) to
Prision Mayor (6 yrs. and 1 day to 20 yrs.)
Maximum penalty of the relevant crime or offense
Reclusion Perpetua (imprisonment for at least 30
yrs.)
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VIOLATION PENALTY

Failure of the owner to report a lost,

damaged or stolen motorcycle plate and Fine of P20,000.00 – P50,000.00
apply for replacement

Failure to report the lost, damaged or

Arresto Mayor (1 month and 1 day to 6 months) to
stolen number plate or readable number
Prision Correccional (6 months and 1 day to 6 yrs.)
plate and used in a crime

Fine of P50,000.00 – P100,000.00, or

Erasing, tampering, altering, forging,
imitating, covering, concealing a number Prision Mayor (6 yrs. And 1 day to 20 yrs.)
plate or readable number plate
Or both

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VIOLATION PENALTY
Knowingly sells or buys an erased,
tampered, altered, forged or imitated Prision Mayor (6 yrs. And 1 day to 20 yrs.)
number plate or readable number plate

Unknowingly sells or buys … Arresto Mayor (1 month and 1 day to 6 months)

Fine of P50,000.00 – P100,000.00 or

Use of a stolen or transfer of number plate
Prision Mayor (6 yrs. And 1 day to 20 yrs.),
or readable number plate in a motorcycle
Or both
Demerit Points
Depending on the Extent of Violation and
Adjudication Proceedings

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Impoundment and Forfeiture of a Motorcycle

A motorcycle used in the commission of a crime or offenses shall be

impounded by the PNP during the pendency of litigation over it in a
secured impounding center provided by the LGU until the
termination of the case.

Such motorcycle shall then be forfeited in favor of the government,

unless the court finds that the defendant is not guilty of the offense
charged or such motorcycle belongs to an innocent third party.

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Prohibition on Sale and Importation of

Non-Compliant Motorcycles

No person, natural or juridical, shall be allowed to sell motorcycles,

unless the same has the capability to bear and showcase a
readable number plate.

Owners of existing motorcycle units which do not have space for

front plate are required to provide a bracket or any other provision
where the same shall be installed.

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Regulations

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1. A TOP BOX is a storage compartment fitted behind the seat of a motorcycle or
scooter and is considered a motorcycle accessory. A top box that is specifically
designed for motorcycles and scooters and approved by DTI may not be subject
for inspection, registration or apprehension provided that it conforms to the
following:
a. Securely attached to the motorcycle.
b. Maximum capacity of two (2) full-faced helmets.

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2. CUSTOM-MADE TOP BOXES (e.g., fast food delivery boxes) must

conform to the following and are subject to inspection and registration:

a. Securely attached to the motorcycle.

b. Dimensions must not exceed two (2) feet in length by two (2) feet
width by two (2) feet in height (2ft x 2ft x 2ft).
c. Must not impede or obstruct the view of the rider of the road from
the side mirrors.

Unregistered custom-made TOP BOXES are subject to apprehension

with a penalty of P5,000.00 pursuant to DOTC Joint Administrative
Order (JAO) 2014-01 Section II-D, Motor Vehicle Operating Without or
With Defective/Improper/Unauthorized Accessories, Devices.
Equipment and Parts

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3. SADDLE BAGS or BOXES are storage

compartments and are considered motorcycle
accessories. Saddle bags that are specifically
designed for motorcycles and scooters and approved
by DTI may not be subject for inspection, registration
or apprehension provided that it conforms to the
following:

a. Securely attached to the motorcycle.

b. Saddle bags must not be higher than the
seat of the motorcycle or scooter

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4. CUSTOM-MADE SADDLE BAGS or BOXES must conform to the following and

are subject to inspection and registration:

a. Securely attached to the motorcycle.

b. Saddle bags must not be higher than the seat of the motorcycle or
scooter.
c. Shall not exceed fourteen (14} inches from the sides.
d. Length must not exceed the tail end of the motorcycle or scooter.

Unregistered custom-made SADDLE BAGS or BOXES are subject to

apprehension with a penalty of P5,000.00 pursuant to DOTC Joint Administrative
Order (JAO) 2014-01 Section II-D, Motor Vehicle Operating Without or With
Defective/Improper/ Unauthorized Accessories, Devices, Equipment and Parts.

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AUXILIARY HEADLAMPS (LED)

1. Separate switch
2. Light must be pointed rightward
3. White or yellowish white light 10 meters
4. No vibration forward
5. Not to be used when driving on well
lighted street or when approaching
oncoming vehicles 20 cms
6. Up to two (2) lamps only downward
7. Up to six (6) bulbs per lamp only
8. Light must be directed 20 cms
downward at 10 meters forward
9. Lamp must not be higher than
handle bar
10. Must not be used in lieu of
headlamp

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