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RA 4136 (Land Transportation and Traffic Code) Section 23

Issuance of driver's license.

Section 23

SEC. 23. Issuance of driver's license.—If, after such examination, the Commissioner or his deputy believes that the applicant possesses the necessary qualifications and is proficient in the operation of motor vehicles, a license shall be issued to such applicant upon payment of five pesos, but prior to the issuance of said license, the applicant shall furnish three copies of his recent photograph to be securely attached to the license, and two copies to be filed and kept as provided by this Act. All driver's licenses shall bear the signature and right-hand thumb print of the licensee.

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Other provisions in CHAPTER III.—OPERATION OF MOTOR VEHICLES

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CitationRA 4136 (Land Transportation and Traffic Code) Section 23 (LawPlayer, data as of 2026-07-04)

Source: Supreme Court E-Library, Republic of the Philippines. Philippine laws are public documents (works of the government).

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