P.R. Laws tit. 31, § 257

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§ 257. Marriage by mandate through special power of attorney—Verification or approval

If the power of attorney is not executed in continental United States before a Commissioner of Deeds but before a notary public, the notary’s signature must be verified by the proper official; if it is executed in any foreign kingdom or republic, the signature must be verified by a consul or consular agent of the United States of America; if it is executed before a chaplain or a judge advocate, the execution of the power of attorney must be approved by the immediate superior of the corps to which the soldier or sailor belongs.

History —May 5, 1945, No. 64, p. 236, § 5, eff. 90 days after May 5, 1945.