Good faith is always presumed, and upon him who alleges bad faith on the part of a possessor rests the burden of proof. (434)
Civil Code · Book II: Property, Ownership, and Its Modifications · Title V: Possession
Chapter 1: Possession and the Kinds Thereof
Current text, as of October 24, 2026
Good faith is always presumed, and upon him who alleges bad faith on the part of a possessor rests the burden of proof. (434)
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 Book I provisions on marriage, family relations and parental authority were repealed by the Family Code (Executive Order No. 209, 1987) and are shown for reference only.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.