The filiation of children may be by nature or by adoption. Natural filiation may be legitimate or illegitimate. (n)
Family Code · Chapter 1. Legitimate Children
Filiation by nature or adoption
Current text, as of October 15, 2026
The filiation of children may be by nature or by adoption. Natural filiation may be legitimate or illegitimate. (n)
Consolidated by Alleba from the text of Executive Order No. 209 (Lawphil), which already includes the changes made by Executive Order No. 227 (1987) before the Code took effect, and the amending Republic Acts in our library. Later amendments made by Presidential Decrees, Batas Pambansa or other executive orders are not included. For information and research only, and not legal advice. For certified copies, refer to the Official Gazette or the issuing agency.