LTO Latest Fines and Penalties for the Year 2026

The Land Transportation Office or LTO released their latest guideline for fines and penalties for all vehicle user's including motorcycle, tricycle, jeep, cars, van, trucks, bus and others.

According to the latest fines and penalties all violators must be fined accordingly on the types of violations they committed over highways and public roads.


Violators or motorists are also given 15 working days to settle their traffic violation fines. Failure to comply will lead to driver’s license suspension.

Here are the common Traffic Violations and Penalties for the year 2026:


Violations                                                                       Penalties for 1st Offense Only

No Seatbelt                                                                            1,000

Using Mobile Phone while Driving                                      5,000

Anti Drunk and Drugged Driving Act                                 20,000 – 80,000

Exceeding Speed Limit                                                         2,000 – 5,000

Disregarding Traffic Signs and Lights                                  1,000

Making an Illegal U-Turn                                                     1,000

Improper Lane Change                                                         1,000

Riding without Helmet (Motorcycle)                                   1,500

Failure to Present Driver’s License or OR/CR                    1,000

Obstruction or Illegal Parking                                              1,000

Smoke Belching Excessive Emission                                   2,000

No License Plate Attached                                                  10,000


This are just a few or common violations and penalties that are usually committed by motorists in the country which implemented by the Land Transportation Office or LTO.

Hope these guidelines lead to all motorists to understand the rules of the road to avoid the hassle of being penalized upon committing violations.