The No Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP) is not entirely new—it’s an existing traffic enforcement system first implemented by the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) years ago, but it was suspended in 2022 due to legal challenges. NCAP refers to the use of CCTV cameras, digital imaging devices, and other technology to detect traffic violations without physically stopping motorists. Instead of a roadside apprehension by enforcers, registered vehicle owners receive a Notice of Violation through mail, email, SMS, or through the May Huli Ka website, in the hopes that traffic enforcement can be more consistent. It was also designed to not only reduce face-to-face disputes between drivers and officers but to also lessen opportunities for bribery or arbitrary apprehensions.
This year, the NCAP is back with updated rules, better systems, and more coverage across Metro Manila. Although it is still managed by the MMDA, and uses the same technology to implement, the updated version also introduced new changes for vehicle registration and license penalties. With this, the LTO and MMDA expects this relaunch to improve fairness, transparency, and coverage while reinforcing its core goal—promoting discipline and road safety through automated, technology-driven enforcement.
Overview
The NCAP was first rolled out by the MMDA in 2016 to automate traffic law enforcement through CCTV and digital monitoring, reducing the need for physical apprehensions and minimizing roadside disputes on selected major roads in Metro Manila before being expanded to more areas in the following years. Unfortunately, legal and procedural concerns including complaints centered on high fines, lack of clear contesting procedures, and holding previous owners accountable for violations committed by new vehicle owners made it so controversial that the government had to temporarily stop its implementation.
After its suspension in 2022, it was relaunched in 2025 with standardized fines across Metro Manila, clearer signage in enforcement zones, expanded payment channels, and stronger coordination with the Land Transportation Office (LTO), reinforcing its core goal to promote discipline and road safety through automated, technology-driven enforcement. That said, instead of being flagged down by an enforcer, motorists with violations will receive a Notice of Violation via mail, email, SMS, or through the May Huli Ka website allowing consistent traffic enforcement, reducing corruption, and improving the overall road safety.
Purposes and Goals
The relaunched NCAP still has the following goals:
- Monitor traffic more efficiently using automated systems
- Reduce physical apprehensions and roadside disputes
- Encourage discipline among motorists
- Maintain transparency in violation recording
- Help decongest roads by minimizing manual checkpoints
Where NCAP is Implemented
As of May 26, 2025, NCAP was meant to cover major Metro Manila roads under MMDA jurisdiction, including:
- Circumferential Roads
- C1: Recto Avenue
- C2: Mendoza St. / President Quirino Avenue
- C3: Araneta Avenue
- C4: EDSA
- C5: Katipunan Avenue, C.P. Garcia Avenue, Tandang Sora Avenue
- Radial Roads
- R1: Roxas Boulevard
- R2: Taft Avenue
- R3: South Superhighway
- R4: Shaw Boulevard
- R5: Ortigas Avenue
- R6: Magsaysay Boulevard, Aurora Boulevard
- R7: Quezon Avenue, Commonwealth Avenue
- R8: A. Bonifacio Avenue
- R9: Rizal Avenue
- R10: Marcos Highway, MacArthur Highway, Del Pan Street
Note: Cities like Manila, Quezon City, Parañaque, and Valenzuela still have NCAP suspended until further notice.
How NCAP Works
To better understand this, here’s how it works:
- CCTV or digital cameras capture a vehicle committing a traffic violation.
- Footage is reviewed and validated by MMDA personnel.
- Vehicle details are verified through the LTO Information Query Facility.
- The violation is encoded in the NCAP system.
- A Notice of Violation is printed and sent to the registered vehicle owner.
How to Check for Violations
If you are unsure about your NCAP violations, you can check online through May Huli Ka by entering:
- Plate number or conduction sticker
- MV file numberlimage
Note: In the relaunched NCAP, real-time SMS and email alerts are also being sent, coming only from “MMDA NCAP” or no-reply@mmda.gov.ph (These don’t come with payment links so make sure to pay attention to avoid scams).
What to Do if You Have a Violation
Here’s what you need to do if you are flagged for violation under NCAP:
Step 1. Verify
Request a copy of your Notice of Violation via email or wait for the one sent via registered mail (PHLPost).
Step 2. Pay
You may settle the violation fines in two ways:
- Physical Payment: MMDA Head Office (Pasig) or Robinsons Galleria Satellite Office
- Digital Payment: Maya, Bayad App, iCash, Landbank Link.BizPortal
Step 3. Contest
In case you think you are wrongly apprehended, you may file a dispute with the Traffic Adjudication Division (TAD) within 10 working days at the MMDA office or online.
How to Contest/Appeal a Violation
If you have an NCAP violation but you want to file a dispute, here are the steps you need to follow:
Step 1. Review your notice and prepare evidence (photos, dashcam video, etc.).
Step 2. File your appeal online via the MMDA portal or at the TAD Office (MMDA New Building, Pasig).
Step 3. Submit within 10 working days from receipt of the notice.
Step 4. If denied, you can appeal to the Office of the Chairman within 15 working days.
What Happens If You Don’t Pay
If you don’t file an appeal or settle the fines on your own within a specific timeframe, then you can expect the following consequences:
- Your plate number will be included in the LTO Alarm List.
- You’ll be required to settle the fine before renewing your vehicle registration.
How to Avoid NCAP Fines
Naturally, it’s still best to avoid being fined, so here are some tips to avoid being flagged for violation under NCAP:
- Follow all traffic signs and regulations.
- Regularly check your plate number online for possible violations.
- Keep your LTO contact information updated.
- Avoid roads with NCAP cameras if you are unsure of your compliance.
- Settle or contest violations within the given time frame.
Video: NCAP Process—How Does it Work?
The relaunched NCAP essentially operates the same, though the MMDA and LTO has worked to address the issues that led to its suspension in 2022. Now, to better understand how it works and to find ways to avoid being flagged for violations under NCAP, you may want to check this out:
Need Help?
For questions or verification, you may reach out to:
MMDA NCAP Office
- Contact Number: +632 8898 4200 loc. 1084
- Email: noncontact@mmda.gov.ph / ncap2@mmda.gov.ph
- MMDA Head Office, Julia Vargas Ave. cor. Molave St., Pasig City
- MMDA Hotline: 136