Title
Validity of marriage solemnization authorization
Law
Republic Act No. 6514
Decision Date
Jul 22, 1972
Republic Act No. 6514 amends the Civil Code of the Philippines to establish a three-year validity period for priests, ministers, or rabbis authorized to solemnize marriages, with existing authorizations remaining valid until the end of the year.
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Q&A (Republic Act No. 6514)

The authorization expires on December 31 of every third year.

Yes, the authorization can be renewed within the month of December when it expires.

The words 'my authority to solemnize marriage expires on December 31, 196....' must be indicated just below the title of the person authorized to solemnize marriages.

The public official in charge of registration of priests, ministers, or rabbis, with the approval of the proper head of department, is authorized to prepare forms and promulgate rules and regulations.

Yes, they may apply for authorization or renewal through their bishop, head of religious order or congregation chief of ministers, or duly authorized representative.

The public official in charge of registration may fix and collect fees for the authorization through regulations.

Article Ninety-Five (Article 95) of the Civil Code was amended.

The act took effect upon its approval on July 22, 1972.


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