The courts may appoint a guardian of the child's property or a guardian ad litem when the best interests of the child so requires. (317)
Family Code · Chapter 3. Effect of Parental Authority
Guardian for child's property
Current text, as of October 15, 2026
The courts may appoint a guardian of the child's property or a guardian ad litem when the best interests of the child so requires. (317)
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.