Civil Code · Preliminary Title

Article 12

Chapter 1: Effect and Application of Laws

Unamended since 1950

Current text, as of October 24, 2026

A custom must be proved as a fact, according to the rules of evidence. (n)

Consolidated by Alleba from the text of Republic Act No. 386 (Lawphil and the Supreme Court E-Library). Book I provisions on marriage, family relations and parental authority were repealed by the Family Code (Executive Order No. 209, 1987) and are shown for reference only. For information and research only, and not legal advice. For certified copies, refer to the Official Gazette or the issuing agency.