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What is the purpose of the Bank Secrecy Law?
What is the main source of the Bank Secrecy Law?
What is considered as of an absolutely confidential nature under the Bank Secrecy Law?
In which cases can deposits be examined without written permission of the depositor?
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Who is authorized to inquire into deposits under the Bank Secrecy Law?
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True or false: It is lawful for any official or employee of a banking institution to disclose information concerning deposits to any person other than a bank director, official, or authorized employee?
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True or false: The Bank Secrecy Law aims to discourage people from depositing their money in banking institutions?
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True or false: All deposits with banks or banking institutions in the Philippines are considered of absolutely confidential nature and may not be examined without the written permission of the depositor?
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True or false: Bank officials and employees, including independent auditors, are allowed to disclose information concerning deposits to anyone they choose?
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True or false: The Bank Secrecy Law prohibits the examination of deposits in cases of impeachment or upon order of a competent court in cases of bribery or dereliction of duty of public officials?
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Study Notes
Bank Secrecy Law Overview
- Aims to protect the confidentiality of bank deposits and safeguard customer privacy.
- Main source is the Republic Act No. 1405, enacted in 1955.
Confidential Nature of Deposits
- All deposits with banks or banking institutions are considered absolutely confidential.
- Disclosure without written permission of the depositor is prohibited.
Examination of Deposits
- Deposits can be examined without depositor's permission in specific cases, including subpoenas or legal proceedings.
- Authorized inquiries into deposits include government agencies investigating money laundering or fraud.
Disclosure Restrictions
- It is unlawful for bank officials or employees to disclose deposit information to unauthorized persons.
- Bank officials can only disclose deposit information to bank directors, authorized employees, or legal authorities under specific conditions.
True or False Statements
- False: The Bank Secrecy Law discourages deposits; it aims to enhance trust in banking.
- True: All bank deposits in the Philippines are confidential and require written consent for examination.
- False: Bank officials cannot disclose information regarding deposits to anyone, except authorized individuals.
- False: The Bank Secrecy Law does allow examination of deposits under certain legal circumstances, including impeachment or orders by competent courts.
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Test your knowledge about the Republic Act No. 1405 and its provisions regarding bank secrecy and unclaimed deposits. Explore the purpose and implications of this law in the banking sector.
