RA10930: AN ACT PRESCRIBING THE EXTENSION OF THE VALIDITY OF THE PROFESSIONAL AND NON-PROFESSIONAL DRIVER'S LICENSE TO FIVE YEARS
Republic Act (RA) 10930, enacted on August 2, 2017, amends the Land Transportation and Traffic Code to extend the validity period of driver's licenses and strengthen the policies regarding their issuance.
Highlight of RA 10930
RA 10930 extends the validity of driver's licenses to 5 years and allows for renewal up to 10 years for drivers with no violations, providing convenience and saving time for motorists.
Other Key Provisions
Online Renewal: The Land Transportation Office (LTO) is mandated to create an online process for driver's license renewal.
Stricter Issuance Rules: The LTO is tasked with implementing stricter rules for driver's license issuance, including improved theoretical and practical examinations, to ensure road safety and proper road courtesy.
Penalties: The Act imposes penalties for the irregular issuance of licenses, including removal from service for officers and fines for applicants.
Information Campaign: The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the LTO are mandated to conduct regular information campaigns on road safety.
Research and Development: The LTO is tasked with conducting research to improve the driver's licensing system.