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Article 220

RA 386 · Civil Code of the PhilippinesKey provision

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In case of doubt, all presumptions favor the solidarity of the family.

Official text — RA 386

In case of doubt, all presumptions favor the solidarity of the family. Thus, every intendment of law or facts leans toward the validity of marriage, the indissolubility of the marriage bonds, the legitimacy of children, the community of property during marriage, the authority of parents over their children, and the validity of defense for any member of the family in case of unlawful aggression.

Source: lawphil.net (RA 386 as amended)

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