Dagupan CSWDO authorities monitor abuse use of PWD IDs

By March 16, 2025Peace and Order

DAGUPAN City’ Social Welfare Development Office (CSWDO) is closely monitoring the potential misuse of identification cards for persons with disability (PWD) as well as the illegal acquisition of such ID.

During the radio program BK-Bida Ka sa Aksyon aired over aksyon Radyo Pangasinan, CSWDO head Irene Ferrer noted the widespread issues regarding the abuse of PWD IDs.

She pointed out that there are instances where individuals falsify documents to obtain these IDs to avail of benefits such as discounts for goods and services. (Republic Act 9442, the Magna Carta for Persons with Disabilities, outlines the appropriate penalties for the abuse of PWD IDs).

The CSWDO has apprehended individuals involved in creating and selling unauthorized Senior Citizen IDs.

Several businesses, including the national group of restaurant operators, have raised concerns over fake PWD IDs. (Ahikam Pasion)

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