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TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No._1756

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Introduced by Hon. Janice V. Degamo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Republic Act No. 10586, or the “Anti-Drunk and Drugged Driving Act of
2013,” was enacted to address the growing number of road accidents caused by
individuals driving under the influence of alcohol, dangerous drugs, and similar
substances. While the law rightfully imposes administrative and criminal penalties,
the continuing prevalence of such incidents suggests the need for stronger deterrents.

This bill seeks to amend Section 12 of Republic Act No. 10586 to explicitly
classify driving under the influence (DUI) as an aggravating circumstance in all
applicable cases. By doing so, the law will recognize the inherently reckless and
dangerous nature of DUI offenses and ensure that they are penalized more severely,
beyond just financial sanctions.

Establishing DUI as an aggravating circumstance aligns with our duty to
safeguard public safety, uphold accountability, and emphasize the seriousness of
actions that place lives at risk on our roads. It is a necessary step toward strengthening
the enforcement of traffic laws and fostering a culture of responsible driving in the
Philippines.

Approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No._17 56
Introduced by Hon. JANICE V. DEGAMO.

AN ACT
AMENDING SECTION 12 OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 10586, OTHERWISE
KNOWN AS THE ‘ANTI-DRUNK AND DRUGGED DRIVING ACT OF 2013’,
TO ESTABLISH DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE AS AN
AGGRAVATING CIRCUMSTANCE IN ALL CASES, IN ADDITION TO
EXISTING PENALTIES, 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 "Aggravated DUI
Penalty Act of 2025"

SEC. 2. Declaration of Policy. It is hereby declared the policy of the State to
ensure the safety and welfare of its citizens by promoting responsible road use and
deterring reckless behavior on public thoroughfares. Recognizing the grave dangers
posed by individuals who operate motor vehicles under the influence of alcohol,
dangerous drugs, and other similar substances, the State affirms its commitment to
impose stricter penalties and to treat such conduct as an aggravating circumstance.
This measure seeks to reinforce accountability, deter potential violators, and uphold
the sanctity of life and public order on all roads and highways throughout the country.

SEC. 3. Amendment to Section 12 of Republic Act No. 10586. Section 12 of
Republic Act No. 10586 is hereby amended to read as follows:

"Section 12. Penalties. — A driver of a motor vehicle found to have been
driving under the influence of alcohol, dangerous drugs, and/or other similar
substances, as provided under Section 5 of this Act, shall be penalized as follows:

(a) If the violation did not result in physical injuries or homicide, the penalty
of three (3) months imprisonment, and a fine ranging from Twenty thousand
pesos (P20,000.00) to Eighty thousand pesos (P80,000.00) shall be imposed;

(b) If the violation resulted in physical injuries, the penalty under Article 263
of the Revised Penal Code, in addition to the fine ranging from One hundred
thousand pesos (100,000.00) to Two hundred thousand pesos (P200,000.00)
shall be imposed;


(©) If the violation resulted in homicide, the penalty under Article 249 of the
Revised Penal Code, in addition to the fine ranging from Three hundred
thousand pesos (P300,000.00) to Five hundred thousand pesos (P500,000.00)
shall be imposed;

(@) In all cases, the act of driving under the influence of alcohol,
dangerous drugs, and/or other similar substances shall be considered an
aggravating circumstance and shall be appreciated as such in the
imposition of penalties under applicable laws, including the Revised Penal
Code as amended and other special penal laws.

In addition to the above, the non-professional driver's license of any person
found to have violated this Act shall be confiscated and suspended for a period of
twelve (12) months for the first conviction and perpetually revoked for the second
conviction. The professional driver's license of any person found to have violated this
Act shall be confiscated and perpetually revoked for the first conviction. The
perpetrator shall also be disqualified from being granted any kind of driver's license
thereafter.”

SEC. 4. Implementing Rules and Regulations. Within sixty (60) days from
the effectivity of this Act, the Land Transporation Office (LTO), in coordination with
the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Philippine National Police (PNP), shall
promulgate the necessary rules and regulations for the effective implementation of
this Act.

SEC. 5. Separability Clause. If any provision of this Act is declared
unconstitutional or invalid, the remainder of this Act shall not be affected thereby.

SEC. 6. Repealing Clause. All laws, decrees, orders, rules and regulations or
parts thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed or
modified accordingly.

SEC. 7. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
complete publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,