Article 10
RA 386 · Civil Code of the Philippines
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When a law is unclear or silent on an issue, courts must still decide the case — they use custom, general principles of law, and equity to fill the gap.
Official text — RA 386
In case of doubt in the interpretation or application of laws, it is presumed that the lawmaking body intended right and justice to prevail. (n)
Source: lawphil.net (RA 386 as amended)
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