Illegitimate children may use father's surname

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Republic Act No. 9255: Illegitimate children may use father's surname

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Title Supreme Court: Illegitimate children may use father's surname

Law: Republic Act No. 9255

Decision Date: Feb 24, 2004

Illegitimate children are now allowed to use their father's surname if paternity is acknowledged through official documentation, amending the Family Code to enhance their legal recognition and rights.

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Parental Authority and Support

Parental authority over illegitimate children belongs to the mother.
Illegitimate children have the right to support as provided by law regardless of surname usage.

Legitime Entitlement of Illegitimate Children

The legitime (reserved portion of inheritance) of each illegitimate child is half that of a legitimate child.

Repealing Clause

All laws, executive orders, presidential decrees, proclamations, rules, and regulations inconsistent with this Act are repealed or modified accordingly.

Effectivity Clause

The Act takes effect 15 days from its publication in the Official Gazette or in two newspapers of general circulation.

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