One who sells an inheritance without enumerating the things of which it is composed, shall only be answerable for his character as an heir. (1531)
Civil Code · Book IV: Obligations and Contracts · Title VI: Sales
Chapter 8: Assignment of Credits and Other Incorporeal Rights
Current text, as of October 24, 2026
One who sells an inheritance without enumerating the things of which it is composed, shall only be answerable for his character as an heir. (1531)
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 Book I provisions on marriage, family relations and parental authority were repealed by the Family Code (Executive Order No. 209, 1987) and are shown for reference only.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.