Intensifying the campaign to alleviate the problem of corruption in traffic-related transactions, the single ticketing system is set to be implemented in the seven participating cities today, May 2, 2023. Valenzuela City joins San Juan City, Muntinlupa City, Quezon City, Parañaque City, Manila, and Caloocan City as the first LGUs to run the pilot program before its regionwide implementation.

The Single Ticketing System is in pursuant to the Metro Manila Traffic Code of 2023 and is rooted through the MMDA Resolution No. 23-02, which has the objective to “harmonize the existing national and local laws on traffic enforcement to establish effective transport and traffic management in Metro Manila”. In line with this, Valenzuela City has amended Ordinance No. 1028, Series of 2022, known as Valenzuela Land Transportation Code to adapt to the new guidelines of the Metro Manila Traffic Code. In effect of this amendment, the City Council passed Ordinance No. 1083, Series of 2023.

Some of the common traffic violations are assigned with appropriate fines. Below is the list of the violations and its corresponding penalties:

• Disregarding traffic signs – P1,000

• Illegal parking (attended) – P1,000

• Illegal parking (unattended) – P2,000

• Number coding scheme violation – P500

• Truck ban – P3,000

• Light truck ban – P2,000

• Reckless driving – P1,000 (first offense), P2,000 (second offense), P2,000 with seminar (third and subsequent offenses)

• Tricycle ban – P500

• Obstruction – P1,000

• Dress code for motorcycles – P500 (first offense), P750 (second offense), P1,000 (third and subsequent offenses)

• Overloading – P1,000

• Defective motor vehicle accessories – P1,000

• Unauthorized modifications – P2,000

• Arrogance/discourteous conduct – P500

• Loading and unloading in prohibited zones – P1,000

• Illegal counterflow – P2,000 (first offense), P5,000 (second and subsequent offenses)

• Overspeeding – P1,000

• Failure to use seatbelt – P1,000

• Failure to use child restraint system (CRS) – P1,000 (first offense), P2,000 (second offense), P5,000 (third and subsequent offenses)

• Use of substandard CRS – P1,000 (first offense), P3,000 (second offense), P5,000 (third and subsequent offenses)

• No motorcycle helmet – P1,500 (first offense), P3,000 (second offense), P5,000 (third offense), P10,000 (fourth and subsequent offenses)

• Use of helmet with no ICC markings – P3,000 (first offense), P5,000 (second and subsequent offenses)

• Violation of Children’s Safety on Motorcycles Act – P3,000 (first offense), P5,000 (second offense), P10,000 (third and subsequent offenses)

Due to the continuous increase in cases of corruption on the road caused by the abuse of some enforcers, the Single Ticketing System aims to eradicate any forms of unlawful negotiations between the motorists and enforcers. In addition, this system also aims to avoid the chaotic and confusing enforcement of traffic laws.

As of reporting, it is still unsure how long the pilot program of the seven participating cities will last. However, MMDA is set to issue an official announcement on when the said system will be effective throughout Metro Manila.