Civil Code · Book IV: Obligations and Contracts · Title XV: Guaranty
Chapter 1: Nature and Extent of Guaranty
Current text, as of October 24, 2026
A guaranty may be conventional, legal or judicial, gratuitous, or by onerous title.
It may also be constituted, not only in favor of the principal debtor, but also in favor of the other guarantor, with the latter's consent, or without his knowledge, or even over his objection. (1823)
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 Book I provisions on marriage, family relations and parental authority were repealed by the Family Code (Executive Order No. 209, 1987) and are shown for reference only.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.