A general power of attorney is revoked by a special one granted to another agent, as regards the special matter involved in the latter. (n)
Civil Code · Book IV: Obligations and Contracts · Title X: Agency
Chapter 4: Modes of Extinguishment of Agency
Current text, as of October 24, 2026
A general power of attorney is revoked by a special one granted to another agent, as regards the special matter involved in the latter. (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 Book I provisions on marriage, family relations and parental authority were repealed by the Family Code (Executive Order No. 209, 1987) and are shown for reference only.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.