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Article 207

RA 386 · Civil Code of the PhilippinesKey provision

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Neither spouse may alienate or encumber any common property without the consent of the other.

Official text — RA 386

Neither spouse may alienate or encumber any common property without the consent of the other. In case of unjustifiable refusal by the other spouse, the courts may grant the necessary consent.

Source: lawphil.net (RA 386 as amended)

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