The reasonable time behind the phrase "upon reaching the age of majority" in Philippine Jurisprudence.

The clause “ upon reaching the age of majority” has been construed to mean a REASONABLE TIME after reaching the age of majority which had been interpreted by the Secretary of Justice to be THREE (3) YEARS (VELAYO, supra at p. 51 citing Op., Sec. of Justice No. 70, s. 1940, Feb. 27, 1940)- BAR MATTER 914