Article 1230

RA 386 · Civil Code of the PhilippinesKey provision

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The nullity of the penal clause does not carry with it that of the principal obligation.

Official text — RA 386

The nullity of the penal clause does not carry with it that of the principal obligation.

The nullity of the principal obligation carries with it that of the penal clause. (1155)

CHAPTER 4

Extinguishment of Obligations

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Source: lawphil.net (RA 386 as amended)

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