MANILA, Philippines — Wondering whether you were snagged for breaking traffic regulations under the No Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP) three weeks since it was reinstated across Metro Manila’s main thoroughfares?
On Monday, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) introduced "May Huli Ka 2.0," an online platform enabling drivers to easily verify whether they have incurred any traffic violations, eliminating the necessity to await a physical NOV (notice of violation).
During a press conference held at their headquarters in Pasig City, MMDA Chairman Don Artes stated that the newly launched website has enhanced security features and complies with data protection regulations compared to its earlier version.
Drivers who wish to verify if they have outstanding NCAP infractions that require settlement should visit https://mayhulika.mmda.gov.ph/ Then input both the vehicle’s license plate (or conduction sticker) number as well as the motor vehicle (MV) file number.
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Once you click "Check," the site will display the offenses committed by the licensed car owner.
"As an additional layer of security and protection, incorporating the MV file number ensures that only vehicle owners can safely view their violations listed under NCAP," Artes pointed out.
Appeal process
Previously, car owners used to check their violations by just inputting their license plate numbers on the old site. However, this method sparked worries about data privacy, leading to the requirement for a safer and more authenticated way of accessing the information.
At present, physical NOVs are sent directly to the registered owners' addresses in the National Capital Region through the motorcycles of the MMDA.
For participants registered outside Metro Manila, the physical copies of their NOVs are dispatched through express delivery by PHLPost. This process can take as many as five days after the MMDA confirms the violation.
Artes cautioned website visitors to double-check that their license plate number and MV file are entered accurately, as even a minor mistake like an incorrect numeral could result in a "No Record Found" message.
He further explained that receiving a "No Record Found" outcome wouldn’t automatically imply a driver had zero infractions, since the site would display only those offenses recorded under NCAP.
Transgressions spotted on the spot by MMDA traffic officers or local government personnel will remain undisclosed.
The May Huli Ka site also includes procedures for handling violations, ways to challenge or appeal seizures, details about making payments, and locations where fines can be resolved.
Mobile app
Artes mentioned that multiple improvements are scheduled to be rolled out within one or two months after the launch of the May Huli Ka mobile application, aiming to enhance both user convenience and enforcement effectiveness.
Through the application, drivers can set up personal profiles enabling them to view their NCAP violations directly.
Apart from detailing the particular offense along with the exact time, date, and location it occurred, drivers have access to view the photograph as well as the real CCTV recording of their detention.
"Through this, drivers can check for themselves if their NCAP violation was warranted," Artes stated.
The application will include "live" notifications about NCAP violations via SMS and email. It will enable individuals managing several vehicles or fleet owners operating public service vehicles to register all their units under one account.
In its upcoming release, the application will also offer an online procedure for disputing violations, virtual hearings for resolving NCAP breaches, and integrated online payments.
On May 20, the Supreme Court partly rescinded the 2022 temporary restraining order against NCAP, permitting just the MMDA—not local government units—to reinstate the initiative. /cb