Article 11

RA 386 · Civil Code of the Philippines

ELI5— what this means for you

Customs contrary to law, public order, or public policy are not applied by courts. A custom can fill a gap in the law only when there is no law exactly applicable.

Official text — RA 386

Customs which are contrary to law, public order or public policy shall not be countenanced. (n)

Source: lawphil.net (RA 386 as amended)

← Article 10 All articles Article 12 →

Civil Code — All Articles →Family Code of the Philippines →Labor Code of the Philippines →All Philippine Laws →

RELATED RIGHTS

Civil Law

Article 1 — Civil Code

Civil Law

Article 2 — Unpublished laws cannot be enforced against citizens.

Legal disclaimer: BatasKo provides general legal information, not legal advice. For advice on contracts, property rights, obligations, or civil damages, consult a licensed Filipino lawyer or the Public Attorney's Office (PAO) at pao.gov.ph.

Related