19/03/2026
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The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has filed 40 administrative cases this first quarter of 2026 under Republic Act No. 10586 (Anti-Drunk and Drugged Driving Act of 2013). The incidents leading to these cases occurred in Metro Manila, where the processing was also carried out. This initiative was led by the Intelligence and Investigation Division (IID) and Field Enforcement Division of the Law Enforcement Service (FED-LES) which issued endorsement letters for implementation.
The cases cover three key provisions of the law: 12 for driving under the influence of alcohol, nine for refusal to submit to mandatory tests, and nineteen for positive methamphetamine results from random drug screenings at bus and jeepney terminals. All involved individuals have received Show Cause Orders, with licenses confiscated and motor vehicles placed under restricted alarm status pending investigation. Hearings are scheduled from 16 to 31 March 2026, commencing at 11:00 A.M.
In a statement, LTO Chief, Assistant Secretary Markus V. Lacanilao emphasized: βThese enforcement actions reflect our unwavering commitment to road safety. We will not tolerate any behavior that puts the lives of Filipinos at risk. Through close collaboration between our enforcement units, we are ensuring that compliance with road safety laws is strictly upheld across the country.β
Initial drug screenings were conducted and confirmatory reports will be expected within three weeks.