Powers and Duties of the Pangkat Chairman

     The chairman of the pangkat shall be chosen by the majority vote of its three (3) members and shall have the following powers and duties;

1. Preside over all hearings conducted by the pangkat and administer oaths in connection with any matter relating to all proceedings in the implementation of the Katarungang Pambarangay;
2. Issue summons for the personal appearance of parties and witnesses by the parties before the pangkat;
3. Attest to the authenticity and due execution of the settlement reached by the parties before the pangkat;
4. When the parties agree in writing to have the pangkat arbitrate their dispute, preside over the arbitration hearings; and
5. Attest the certification issued by the pangkat secretary for filing an action or proceedings in court of any government office for adjudication.