Act No. 403

Legal Principle: This section establishes English as the official language of the Court of Customs Appeals, which was created by Act No. 355.
Key Definitions:
- Court of Customs Appeals: The judicial body established under Act No. 355 to handle appeals related to customs matters.
- Official Language: The language designated for the court’s proceedings and records.
Important Requirements:
- All court records and proceedings must be conducted in English.
- The court is required to provide for the convenience of parties who do not speak English, including the use of interpreters.
Relevant Details:
- This designation overrides any existing laws that may suggest otherwise.

Legal Principle: This section emphasizes the urgent need for the enactment of this law, allowing for expedited procedures.
Key Definitions:
- Public Good: The necessity for a prompt legal framework to enhance judicial efficiency and accessibility.
Important Procedures:
- The bill’s passage is expedited as per Section 2 of the Act passed on September 26, 1900, which outlines the legislative process for law enactment.

Legal Principle: This section stipulates that the Act takes effect immediately upon its passage.
Important Requirements:
- The Act shall be effective as soon as it is enacted, without any specified waiting period.

Act No. 403 mandates that English is the official language of the Court of Customs Appeals, ensuring uniformity in legal proceedings and documentation.
The Act allows for the use of interpreters to assist non-English speaking parties.
It was enacted swiftly to address the public good, emphasizing the need for efficient legal processes.
The law becomes effective immediately upon its passage, reinforcing the urgency of its implementation.