12 Questions
What does RA 9225 allow for illegitimate children?
To use the surname of their father if acknowledged through AUSF
What is the consequence if an illegitimate child is acknowledged by the father but no AUSF is executed?
Use the surname of the mother
Under what conditions can a 7 to 17-year-old child use the surname of their father if acknowledged?
Mother or guardian attests to child's awareness
What does RA 9858 provide for children born to parents below marrying age?
Legitimation through subsequent valid marriage of parents
Under what conditions does legitimation take place according to RA 9858?
By subsequent valid marriage between parents
What does RA 9048 authorize City/Municipal Civil Registrars to do?
Correct clerical or typographical errors in the civil register without court order
What is the goal of the civil registration system of the Philippines?
To bring about complete coverage and timely registration of all vital events
When should a child's birth be registered according to the text?
Within 30 days after birth
Before August 3, 1988, what determined the family name of an illegitimate child?
Dependent on the family name of the father
What is considered late registration according to the text?
Registration outside the reglementary period
From August 3, 1988, what is the surname rule for illegitimate children?
They carry the surname of the mother
What happens in late registration regarding a child's Certificate of Live Birth according to the text?
The facts in the certificate retroact at the time of birth of the child
Learn about the registration processes for legitimate and illegitimate children in the civil registration system of the Philippines. Understand the importance of timely registration of vital events like birth, marriage, and death.
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