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Article 2099

RA 386 · Civil Code of the PhilippinesKey provision

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The creditor shall take care of the thing pledged with the diligence of a good father of a family.

Official text — RA 386

The creditor shall take care of the thing pledged with the diligence of a good father of a family; he has a right to the reimbursement of the expenses made for its preservation, and is liable for its loss or deterioration, in conformity with the provisions of this Code. (1867)

Source: lawphil.net (RA 386 as amended)

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