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Article 200

RA 386 · Civil Code of the Philippines

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Neither spouse may renounce any inheritance without the consent of the other.

Official text — RA 386

Neither spouse may renounce any inheritance without the consent of the other. In case of conflict, the court shall decide the question, after consulting the family council, if there is any.

Source: lawphil.net (RA 386 as amended)

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