Pay MMDA traffic violation penalties via GCash, explore other new features of 'May Huli Ka' site
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority has announced new features of its "May Huli Ka" website, where motorists can view their violations under the No Contact Apprehension Policy.
MMDA Chairman Atty. Don Artes on Friday said that vehicle owners can now register multiple vehicles they own under one account. This will allow them to check their violations and the video proof, simply by entering their plate and MV File number on the site.
"Makikita na po yung violation sa account na 'yon nitong mga multiple vehicles ninyo pong rinehistro," he said.
He added that this would be ideal for transport network vehicle service operators, ride-hailing fleet managers, logistics companies, and commercial vehicle operators.
According to Artes, the new features are designed to provide the public with a more convenient way of reviewing violations and managing their registered vehicles.
“With the new features made available in the May Huli Ka website, motorists can now check on their records anytime and anywhere as we continually improve on the system and make it more inclusive,” he said.
E-Contest
Artes said that contesting a violation ticket can be easily done now through the E-Contest feature.
After the account has been verified, one can create a ticket, input necessary details, and upload required documents. The requester will receive an email notification once an officer from the MMDA Traffic Adjudication Division responds.
The official decision and case status can be viewed directly on the account.
Pay penalties using GCash
Those with penalties may now pay their traffic and littering fines via GCash Pay Bill, in addition to paying at the MMDA Head Office or the Robinson’s Galleria Satellite Office, or other online channels.
To do so, open the GCash app, go to Bills, then Government, and choose MMDA. You will be asked to input the amount, UOVR Number, Name or Plate Number, Payment Type, and email address.
The MMDA chair said that the convenience fee is P7, and the payment will be reflected on the next business day.
"Hindi niyo na po kailangan lumabas ng bahay. Sa convenience ng inyong tahanan, opisina ay pwede niyo na pong bayaran yung mga penalties niyo through GCash," Artes said.
What happens if you don't pay the penalties?
When asked what would happen if motorists don't pay their penalties on time, Artes said that the motorists wouldn't be able to renew their registration for their vehicles.
"No interest, no further penalty [if they do not pay on time]," he said. "Hindi mo ma reregister sasakyan hanggang hindi ka magbabayad ng penalty."
The chairman added that they "are not apprehending to raise funds," but are trying to enforce discipline on the road.
"Mas importante ang disiplina sa kalsada," he said.
Artes reminded motorists to always be mindful when driving.
"Kahit walang enforcers, pwede pa rin kayo ma-apprehend sa violations through our CCTV cameras," he warned during the press briefing.
Mid this year, the agency launched the "May Huli Ka" website and announced that motorists will receive real-time SMS and email notifications if they have any violations.
Under the NCAP, which was reimplemented last May 26, an MMDA operator at the command center reviews and confirms footage when a traffic violation is committed. The operator then checks the vehicle's registration details. Once verified, the operator inputs the violation into the NCAP system, which automatically generates and delivers a notice of violation to the motorist's registered address.
NCAP fines may be paid online via the Landbank portal or in person at the MMDA Redemption Office in Pasig. If the fine remains unpaid, the vehicle's license plate will be added to the Land Transportation Office's alarm list.
The NCAP covers C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, and radial roads Roxas Boulevard, Taft Avenue, South Superhighway, Shaw Boulevard, Ortigas Avenue, MAgsaysay Boulevard, Aurora Boulevard, Quezon Avenue, Commonwealth Avenue, A. Bonifacio, Rizal Avenue, Del Pan, Marcos Highway, and McArthur Highway.
As of Nov. 30, MMDA has registered 252,315 violations; 119,345 of which are validated.