Duties of Court Stenographers Act

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Act No. 2383: Duties of Court Stenographers Act

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Duties of Court Stenographers Act

Law: Act No. 2383

Decision Date: Feb 28, 1914

Act No. 2383 outlines the duties of stenographers in Philippine courts, including the attachment of stenographic notes to the record of the case and the provision of transcripts to requesting parties, while prohibiting stenographers from charging for transcription, in order to ensure a complete and accessible record of trial proceedings.

Law Summary

Provision for Public Access to Stenographic Transcripts

Stenographers are obliged to provide transcripts of notes to any requesting party.
Fees for these transcripts differ based on the timing of the request:
- Prior to the allowance of the appeal: 30 centavos per 100 words.
- After the appeal has been allowed: 15 centavos per 100 words.

Effective Date and Purpose

The law was enacted due to considerations of public interest and welfare.
It took effect immediately upon its passage on February 28, 1914.

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