Under what conditions can a military commander solemnize a marriage?
A military commander has the authority to solemnize marriages only under specific, exceptional conditions. The commander must be a commissioned officer and the marriage must be in articulo mortis. This specific authority is outlined in Article 32 Family Code of the Philippines. Furthermore, the marriage must occur within the zone of military operations. “Art. 32. A military commander of a unit who is a commissioned officer, shall likewise have authority to solemnize marriages in articulo mortis between persons within the zone of military operation, whether members of the armed forces or civilians.” 31-Jul-26About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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