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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
1st Regular Session 
House Bill No. ________ 
Introduced by Representatives EDVIC G. YAP AND ERIC G. YAP 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Roads are shared spaces that must be governed by mutual respect, discipline, and 
accountability. However, in recent years, the alarming rise in incidents of road rage 
has placed both motorists and pedestrians at greater risk. These acts, ranging from 
verbal abuse to physical violence and even fatal altercations, undermine public safety, 
disrupt traffic, and contribute to a growing culture of aggression on our streets.  
The filing of this bill is driven by a series of high-profile road rage incidents that have 
sparked public outrage and exposed serious gaps in the legal and enforcement 
systems. The recent case involving a motorist who brandished a firearm during a 
traffic altercation in Quezon City made national headlines and highlighted how 
unchecked aggression on the road can escalate into life-threatening violence. Yet, 
despite the frequency and severity of such encounters, there remains no clear, 
dedicated law penalizing road rage as a distinct offense. This bill intends to fill that 
legislative void and ensure justice for victims while deterring potential offenders. 
According to data from the Philippine National Police–Highway Patrol Group (PNP-
HPG), road rage incidents have steadily increased over the past five (5) years, with 
many resulting in injuries and even loss of lives. In 2023 alone, the HPG documented 
over 1,500 road-related altercations nationwide, a significant portion of which 
involved physical attacks, reckless driving, or the use of weapons. These incidents not 
only endanger the individuals directly involved but also pose risks to bystanders and 
other road users. Addressing road rage through clear penalties and behavioral 
interventions is therefore a matter of urgent public interest. 
The proposed “Anti-Road Rage Act of 2025” aims to define and penalize acts of road 
rage, including aggressive gestures, verbal abuse, physical attacks, reckless driving, 
and other hostile behaviors on the road. The bill outlines corresponding penalties 
depending on the severity of the offense, with stiffer punishments for incidents that 
result in injury or death. It mandates the revocation of the driver’s license of offenders 
and establishes a dedicated prosecutorial unit under the Department of Justice to 
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expedite the handling of road rage cases. Additionally, it requires convicted 
individuals to undergo anger management programs and provides for witness 
protection, ensuring that victims are not left vulnerable or silenced. 
This measure, therefore, seeks to promote safer, more respectful roads by holding 
aggressive motorists accountable for their actions and providing a comprehensive 
legal response to road rage. Through imposing penalties, requiring behavioral reform, 
and ensuring victim protection, the bill upholds the rights of all road users and 
reinforces the government's commitment to public safety and civil order. 
In view of the foregoing, the passage of this bill is respectfully sought. 
HON. EDVIC G. YAP 
HON. ERIC G. YAP 


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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
1st Regular Session 
House Bill No. ________ 
Introduced by Representatives EDVIC G. YAP AND ERIC G. YAP 
AN ACT 
PENALIZING ACTS OF ROAD RAGE AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. Short Title. - This Act shall be known as the “Anti-Road Rage Act 
of 2025.” 
SEC 2. Declaration of Policy. - It is the policy of the State to make roads safer 
for all - pedestrians and motorists alike. In this light, policies must therefore be 
established to protect all road users from all acts of road rage that not only cause 
unwarranted road obstruction but also physical harm and even death in extreme 
cases. 
SEC 3. Definition of Terms. - The following terms as used in this Act shall mean 
the following: 
a. Road Rage refers to the aggressive, hostile or violent behavior in traffic or on
the road by a motorist, which may include the following:
i.
Wild gesturing at the other concerned party or any of his/her
passengers;
ii.
Cursing or using bad language or any form of verbal insults;
iii.
Any physical attack on another or an attempt thereof;
iv.
Reckless driving;
v.
Any kind of threat or intimidation;
vi.
Any use of force against another person; and
vii.
Other analogous circumstances, including all other acts that may fall
under the Revised Penal Code and other Special Penal Laws, as may
be applicable.
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b. Motorist refers to any individual operating a motor vehicle on public roads. 
  
c. Pedestrian refers to any person on foot using the roadways. 
 
d. Roadways/Highways shall mean every public thoroughfare, public 
boulevard, driveway, avenue, park, alley and callejon, but shall not include 
roadway upon grounds owned by private persons, colleges, universities, or 
other similar institutions. 
 
SEC 4. Penalty. - Any person who engages in Road Rage as defined in this Act, 
when no injury or death occurred, shall be penalized with an imprisonment of six (6) 
months to one (1) year and/or a fine of not less than Fifty Thousand Pesos (P50,000.00) 
but not more than One Hundred Thousand Pesos (P100,000.00), at the discretion of 
the court. 
 
In cases resulting in physical injury, regardless of the degree, a penalty of 
imprisonment of two (2) years to four (4) years and/or a fine of not less One Hundred 
Thousand Pesos (P100,000.00) but not more than Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Pesos 
(P250,000.00) exclusive of all the damages incurred, shall be imposed at the discretion 
of the court. 
 
In cases resulting to death of a party, a penalty of imprisonment of six (6) years 
and one (1) day to twelve (12) years and/or a fine of not less than Two Hundred Fifty 
Thousand Pesos (P250,000.00) but not more than Five Hundred Thousand Pesos 
(P500,000.00) exclusive of all the damages incurred, shall be imposed at the discretion 
of the court. 
 
In cases where the offending party in a Road Rage incident is a government 
official or employee, he or she shall suffer the accessory penalty of perpetual 
disqualification from government service. 
 
SEC 5. Revocation of Driver's License. - The driver's license of a person who 
engages in Road Rage shall be revoked by the issuing authority upon notice and shall 
not be eligible for renewal for the next five (5) years following the revocation thereof. 
 
SEC 6. Authority of the Government to Prosecute. - The government, through 
the appropriate legal and law enforcement agencies, shall have the authority to 
prosecute suspects of road rage on behalf of victims. This authority shall be exercised 
in cases where victims are unable or unwilling to pursue legal action due to fear, 
intimidation, or other reasons. 
 
SEC. 7. Independent Action. - Nothing in this Act shall preclude a victim of 
Road Rage from instituting a separate civil, criminal, administrative, or other legal 
action, as may be appropriate. 
 


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SEC 8. Aggravating Circumstance. - If a more serious crime is committed 
during a Road Rage, the latter shall be considered an aggravating circumstance as 
provided under Article 14, Section 1 of the Revised Penal Code. 
 
SEC 9. Prohibited Defense. - Being under the influence of alcohol, any illicit 
drug, or any other mind-altering substance shall not be a defense under this Act. 
 
SEC 10. Establishment of Dedicated Unit. – The Department of Justice (DOJ), 
through the National Prosecution Service (NPS), shall establish a dedicated unit 
tasked with handling Road Rage cases, ensuring swift and efficient prosecution of 
offenders. 
 
SEC. 11. Protection of Victims and Witnesses. – The government shall provide 
necessary protection to victims and witnesses of Road Rage incidents, ensuring their 
safety and security throughout the legal process. 
  
SEC 12. Compulsory Anger Management Program. – In addition to the 
penalties, convicted individuals shall be required to undergo a government-approved 
anger management program to address their aggressive behavior and prevent Road 
Rage incidents. 
 
SEC. 13. Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR). - The DOJ, Department 
of Interior and Local Government (DILG), Land Transportation Office (LTO), and 
other relevant government agencies shall formulate and promulgate necessary rules 
and regulations for the implementation of this Act within ninety (90) days from its 
effectivity. 
 
SEC 14. Separability Clause. - If any part or provision of the Act shall be held 
unconstitutional or invalid, other Provisions hereof which are not affected hereby 
shall continue to be in full force and effect. 
 
SEC 15. Repealing Clause. - All laws, decrees, rules and regulations 
inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed or modified 
accordingly. 
 
SEC 16. Effectivity. - This shall take effect after fifteen (15) days from its 
publication in two (2) national newspapers of general circulation. 
 
Approved,