Ex Officio Notaries for Court Clerks

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Act No. 162: Ex Officio Notaries for Court Clerks

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Ex Officio Notaries for Court Clerks

Law: Act No. 162

Decision Date: Jul 9, 1901

The Philippine Law designates certain court clerks as ex officio notaries public, allowing them to perform notarial duties and authenticate documents using their official seal, in order to expedite the notarial process and benefit the general public.

Extension of Notary Powers Outside Manila

Clerks of Courts of First Instance organized under Act Numbered 136 outside Manila are likewise made ex officio notaries public.
Their notarial authority is limited to the province or territory where the corresponding court is held.

Official Seal Usage

Clerks shall use their official court seal on documents they notarize.
The official court seal is sufficient for notarization purposes and no separate notary seal is necessary.

Expedited Enactment

The urgency of this Act is recognized, requiring speedy passage.
The enactment process follows Section 2 of the Act prescribing procedure for law enactment, ensuring expedited approval.

Effective Date

The Act takes effect immediately upon its passage on July 9, 1901.

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