TDC Traffic Violations and Penalties 3

Question 1

Under the Anti-Distracted Driving Act (RA 10913), which of the following is prohibited while driving?

Accepted Answer

Using a mobile phone to make calls without hands-free device

Answer

Listening to the car radio

Answer

Talking to passengers

Answer

Checking the rearview mirror

Question 2

What is the penalty for a first offense of not wearing a motorcycle helmet?

Accepted Answer

PHP 1,500 fine

Answer

Verbal warning

Answer

PHP 5,000 fine and license suspension

Answer

Vehicle impoundment for one week

Question 3

A driver caught beating a red light for the second time within a year faces:

Accepted Answer

License suspension in addition to a higher fine

Answer

The same fine as the first offense

Answer

Double the fine of the first offense

Answer

Permanent license revocation

Question 4

What is the legal consequence of fleeing the scene of an accident (hit and run)?

Accepted Answer

Criminal charges with imprisonment and license revocation

Answer

A minor traffic fine

Answer

A PHP 500 fine and required seminar attendance

Answer

Community service only

Question 5

Under the seatbelt law, which occupants of a vehicle are required to wear seatbelts?

Accepted Answer

All occupants in seats equipped with seatbelts

Answer

Only the driver

Answer

The driver and front passenger only

Answer

No one, seatbelts are optional

Question 6

What penalty does a driver face for using an expired vehicle registration?

Accepted Answer

Fine plus prohibition from driving until registration is renewed

Answer

No penalty if expired less than a month ago

Answer

Only a verbal warning from the LTO

Answer

Automatic license suspension for 6 months