Children conceived before the decree annulling a voidable marriage shall principally use the surname of the father.
Civil Code · Book I: Persons · Title XIII: Use of Surnames
Current text, as of October 24, 2026
Children conceived before the decree annulling a voidable marriage shall principally use the surname of the father.
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 Book I provisions on marriage, family relations and parental authority were repealed by the Family Code (Executive Order No. 209, 1987) and are shown for reference only.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.