The Supreme Court has lifted the temporary restraining order (TRO) against the implementation of the no contact apprehension policy (NCAP).
“Yes. We don't have a copy of the SC resolution yet,” Solicitor General Menardo Guevarra told the media, following the confirmation of an urgent motion filed by the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) to lift the TRO on Tuesday, May 20.
This follows the MMDA's formal request last week to lift the TRO in anticipation of the EDSA rehabilitation project set to begin construction on June 13.
In August 2022, the NCAP was put on hold after the SC issued a TRO in response to a petition from Atty. Juman Paa, who questioned the program's legality and fairness.
Among the cities that were prevented from implementing NCAP were Manila, Paranaque, Valenzuela, Muntinlupa City and Quezon City.
Public reactions on NCAP’s comeback
“Okay lang po ‘yun kasi maraming traffic violator tsaka para makaiwas rin sa mga disgrasya,” said a tricycle driver, noting that NCAP could help prevent accidents.
“Pabor po ako, para po magkaroon ng disiplina ang mga motorista kasi po kapag may stoplight marunong po silang huminto,” added a delivery rider, stressing the importance of discipline at intersections.
