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The traffic enforcer would first ensure that the injured person receives prompt medical attention, either by allowing them to proceed to the nearby hospital or calling an ambulance. After, the enforcer would issue reduced charges to the violators for not wearing a helmet, running a red light, and driving without a license, considering their financial situation and urgency to help the victim. The enforcer would educate all violators on traffic safety and enforce the law with leniency and compassion in this emergency circumstance.

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ETHICS

The traffic enforcer would first ensure that the injured person receives prompt medical attention, either by allowing them to proceed to the nearby hospital or calling an ambulance. After, the enforcer would issue reduced charges to the violators for not wearing a helmet, running a red light, and driving without a license, considering their financial situation and urgency to help the victim. The enforcer would educate all violators on traffic safety and enforce the law with leniency and compassion in this emergency circumstance.

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You are a traffic enforcer and while on duty you see 3 people riding a motorcycle without a

helmet and jumping the red signal. On stopping them, you came to know that one of them
met with an accident due to potholes and is severely bleeding and due to non-arrival of the
ambulance they are taking him to the hospital. On further enquiry, you came to know that
the driver does not have a driving license and works as a day wager. While on his way to
work, he found the man lying injured on the road and in a rush to take him to hospital, he
left his helmet on the site of an accident. The driver expresses his financial inability to pay
increased fines. Recently, due to the enforcement of the new Motor Vehicles Act, you are
under severe pressure from your seniors for strict enforcement.

What will you do? What law would you apply(if any) in this scenario and why?

Solution

In this scenario, the most important thing is to promptly provide medical attention to the
injured person as the safety and well-being of all road users is my responsibility as a traffic
enforcer. If the hospital is nearby, they may be allowed to leave, but if it is far away, alternative
arrangements like an ambulance or contacting the police emergency number should be made to
ensure the safety of the victim and others.

After ensuring that the victim has received medical attention, I would take legal action
against the violators for their multiple traffic violations, including driving without a helmet,
running a red light, and driving without a license

These violations are serious and could lead to accidents and harm to others. As a traffic
enforcer, it is my duty to enforce traffic rules and ensure compliance for the safety of all road
users. The Motor Vehicles Act provides penalties for such violations, including fines and
imprisonment. Moreover, Through Republic Act No. 4136 and Republic Act No. 10054, the
estimated total fine: ₱ 5,500.00 (see Annex A.).

However, given the driver's financial situation and that they may have been motivated by
a desire to prevent the victim of the accident concerning a sense of urgency to get him to the
hospital as soon as possible, it must have meant that their action is circumstantial.

In addition, the purpose of the Motor Vehicle Act is to reduce the number of fatalities.
Having the motorist be responsible for paying the fine, on the other hand, would ensure that the
law is strictly enforced and would allow me, as a constable, to fulfill my responsibility as an
enforcer of the law. I would use my discretion and apply the law with some leniency, issuing
reduced charges for the violations. It should be noted that the driver's ownership of the
motorcycle and leaving the helmet at the accident site indicates that they travel regularly without
a license. I would advise the driver to apply for a license and to understand the importance of
following traffic rules for everyone's safety.

I would also educate all violators about the significance of obeying traffic rules and the
severe consequences of reckless driving. Furthermore, it is critical that governance ensures the
timely availability of medical help to victims to ensure social justice, as the lack of ambulance
services compels people to adopt unsafe measures for transporting the injured.

In conclusion, while enforcing traffic rules is important, it is equally essential to


demonstrate compassion and understanding in emergency situations. The priority should be the
safety and well-being of all road users. The goal of the law is not just to collect fines, but also to
make people aware of the importance of safeguarding their lives and those of others.

GROUP MEMBERS:
Agcambot, Reginald
Gatlabayan, Crozzle Mae
Magpantay, John Mark
Nunez, Ma Christina

Reference:
Webmaster. (2019, March 4). LTO fines and penalties. Motorcycle Philippines. Retrieved May 2,
2023, from https://www.motorcyclephilippines.com/lto-fines-and-penalties/
Annex A.

VIOLATION LAW MONETARY


FINE

1. Driving Without A Helmet The Republic Act No. 10054,


also known as the Motorcycle 1st offense – ₱
Helmet Act of 2009, requires all 1,500
motorcycle riders, including
drivers and passengers, to wear 2nd offense – ₱
3,000
standard protective helmets at all
times while traveling on public 3rd offense – ₱
roads. Violators of this law may 5,000
face penalties, including fines and
imprisonment. 4th and
consecutive
offenses – ₱
10,000

2. Running A Red Light Running a red light is a violation Fine: ₱1,000


of the Land Transportation and
Traffic Code of the Philippines, as
well as other traffic laws and
regulations. Under this law, a
driver who fails to stop at a red
light or stop sign may be fined
and have their driver's license
suspended or revoked.

3. Driving Without A License. The Republic Act No. 4136, as


amended by batas pambansa blg.
398 and executive order no. 1011,
otherwise known as the land
transportation and traffic code.
It shall be unlawful for any duly
licensed driver to transfer, lend or
otherwise allow any person to use
his license for the purpose of
enabling such person to operate a Fine: ₱ 3,000
motor vehicle.

Driving without a license is also a


violation of the Land
Transportation and Traffic Code,
which requires all drivers to have
a valid driver's license issued by
the Land Transportation Office
(LTO).

TOTAL: ₱5,500.00

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