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Article 1667

RA 386 · Civil Code of the Philippines

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The tenant is responsible for the deterioration or loss of the thing leased, unless he proves that it took place without his fault.

Official text — RA 386

The lessee is responsible for the deterioration or loss of the thing leased, unless he proves that it took place without his fault. This burden of proof on the lessee does not apply when the destruction is due to earthquake, flood, storm or other natural calamity. (1563a)

Source: lawphil.net (RA 386 as amended)

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