A NEW law signed by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. now imposes a hefty fine of up to PhP20,000 on individuals caught using stolen or counterfeit motorcycle license plates.
The legislation aims to curb the rising incidents of motorcycle-related crimes often facilitated by the use of unregistered or altered plates.
The newly enacted law strengthens efforts to improve road safety and enhance law enforcement’s ability to track down perpetrators of motorcycle-related offenses.
Previously, penalties for such violations were significantly lower, making it easier for criminals to evade identification and prosecution. The substantial increase in fines is expected to serve as a significant deterrent.
The law provides detailed provisions on the penalties for both the use of stolen plates and the manufacturing or sale of counterfeit plates, ensuring a comprehensive approach to addressing this issue.
Further details on specific penalties and enforcement mechanisms are expected to be released by relevant government agencies in the coming days. The implementation of this law is anticipated to significantly impact the number of motorcycles operating with unregistered or altered plates.
