LTO revokes 18 driver, conductor licenses due to positive drug tests

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has revoked the licenses of 10 bus drivers and 8 conductors for testing positive in random and surprise drug tests.

The decision was based on the Anti-Drunk and Drugged Driving Act of 2013 and the Land Transportation and Traffic Code.

LTO Chief Assistant Secretary Vigor Mendoza II stated that driving is a privilege that can be revoked in the interest of public safety and welfare, with stricter requirements for those serving the public.

Specifically, the licenses of 10 drivers and six conductors from Victory Liner were revoked, along with two conductors from Solid North Transport, Inc.

All 18 individuals are now permanently disqualified from obtaining any driver's or conductor's license.

The LTO has intensified its campaign against erring motorists in public transport.