Civil Code · Book IV: Obligations and Contracts · Title XIV: Compromises and Arbitrations

Article 2042

Chapter 2: Arbitrations

Unamended since 1950

Current text, as of October 24, 2026

The same persons who may enter into a compromise may submit their controversies to one or more arbitrators for decision. (1820a)

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 Book I provisions on marriage, family relations and parental authority were repealed by the Family Code (Executive Order No. 209, 1987) and are shown for reference only.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.