Disqualification Criteria for Priests and Ministers
- Priests or ministers of any denomination, church, sect, or religion can be disqualified from solemnizing marriages.
- Disqualification applies if they are convicted of violating any provisions of the Marriage Law or any crime involving moral turpitude.
Duration of Disqualification
- The disqualification period ranges from a minimum of six months to a maximum of six years.
- The exact duration within this range is at the discretion of the court handling the case.
Penalties and Legal Consequences
- Aside from disqualification, convicted priests or ministers are subject to the penalties prescribed for the offenses committed.
- The disqualification is an additional consequence meant to enforce compliance and uphold the integrity of marriage solemnization.
Repeal of Conflicting Laws
- All laws or parts of laws inconsistent with this amendment are repealed to avoid conflicting legal provisions.
Effectivity Clause
- The amendment takes effect immediately upon approval, ensuring prompt implementation of the new rules concerning the qualification of religious officiants in marriage solemnization.