Civil Code · Book III: Different Modes of Acquiring Ownership · Title IV: Succession

Article 792

Chapter 2: Testamentary Succession · Sec. 1: Wills

Unamended since 1950

Current text, as of October 24, 2026

The invalidity of one of several dispositions contained in a will does not result in the invalidity of the other dispositions, unless it is to be presumed that the testator would not have made such other dispositions if the first invalid disposition had not been made. (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 Book I provisions on marriage, family relations and parental authority were repealed by the Family Code (Executive Order No. 209, 1987) and are shown for reference only.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.