DAVAO CITY, Philippines –— The Land Transportation Office (LTO) Region VI has levied a substantial penalty of PHP 80,000.00 and a six-month suspension on an accredited driving school in Jaro, Iloilo City for serious violations of regulatory guidelines.
The LTO in a statement said the school breached Article IX, Section 24 (C)(11) and (F) of Memorandum Circular No. VDM 2023-2460: Revised Omnibus Guidelines on the Accreditation, Supervision, and Control of Driving Institutions, and the Standardization of Driver and Conductor’s Education.
The driving school allegedly issued a “no show” certificate of completion for a Theoretical Driving Course (TDC) to a student/aspiring license applicant. Additionally, it failed to provide the required recordings of the TDC to the Regional Accreditation Committee on Driving Institutions (RACDI) upon request.
LTO Region VI OIC-Regional Director Atty. Gaudioso P. Geduspan II emphasized the critical role of driving schools in preparing aspiring drivers to be road-ready. The issuance of certifications without proper attendance and completion of required courses undermines the integrity of the agency and poses a significant risk to public safety. Consequently, such practices are strictly prohibited and strongly discouraged.
This enforcement action by LTO Region VI serves as a stern warning to other driving schools to adhere to established guidelines and maintain high standards in driver and conductor education.
