Since its reinstatement, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority’s (MMDA) No Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP) has recorded 8,586 traffic violations, but only 4,100 were confirmed following manual review.
MMDA Chairman Atty. Don Artes revealed these figures during a forum organized by Grab and Move It in Marikina on June 7. He emphasized that all violations captured by the agency’s AI-powered system always undergo a manual review process to ensure accuracy before issuing notices. Artes also clarified that not all detected violations result in penalties, as the MMDA provides motorists with reasonable leeway when they assess infractions.
Reinstated on May 26, 2025, NCAP monitors major roads in Metro Manila using CCTV cameras to record traffic violations. Instead of being stopped by enforcers, motorists receive a mailed notice of violation.
Motorists can settle fines through the Landbank Link.BizPortal or in person at the MMDA Head Office in Pasig City.
Failure to pay fines results in the vehicle’s license plate being flagged in the Land Transportation Office (LTO) alarm list, which will prevent the registration of the vehicle in the future. Motorists can file an appeal through the MMDA’s Traffic Adjudication Division (TAD).
Learn about NCAP key FAQs here: MMDA NCAP Key FAQs: What you need to know
To avoid penalties, motorists are advised to follow traffic laws, be mindful of road signs, and drive responsibly.
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