The Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) reported 92 apprehensions on the first day of the re-implementation of the Anti-Distracted Driving Act (ADDA) on Thursday. The ADDA was first implemented on May 18 and 19 but it was suspended after lawmakers called for its deferment on May 23. Victor Nuñez, MMDA liaison officer, said the ADDA is implemented through no contact apprehension policy with the use of high definition closed-circuit television (CCTV) to catch violators. The tally of 92 only includes apprehensions through the no-contact apprehension policy; on-site arrests have not yet been reported. In the revised act, drivers are prohibited from using devices and phones, except when the hands-free functions are enabled.

Source: Manila Times July 07, 2017 16:07 UTC