Assumption Date for Provincial and Municipal Officials

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Act No. 3879: Assumption Date for Provincial and Municipal Officials

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Title Supreme Court: Assumption Date for Provincial and Municipal Officials

Law: Act No. 3879

Decision Date: Nov 13, 1931

Act No. 3879 establishes a fixed start and end date for the terms of provincial and municipal officers elected in the Philippines, ensuring smooth transitions and uninterrupted governance.

assumption of office

elected officials

provincial officers

Commencement and Duration of Term for Municipal Officers

Amends Section 2177 of Act No. 2711 (Administrative Code).
For municipal officers elected in general elections beginning 1937, the term starts on July 16 following their election.
Term of office lasts three years, ending on July 15, three years later.
Similarly allows for the incumbent to remain in office beyond term expiration if no qualified successor is inducted on time.

Effectivity of the Act

The provisions of the Act took effect immediately upon its approval on November 13, 1931.

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