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Article 354

RA 386 · Civil Code of the Philippines

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Grandparents and in their default the oldest brother or sister shall exercise parental authority in case of death or absence of the child's parents.

Official text — RA 386

Grandparents and in their default the oldest brother or sister shall exercise parental authority in case of death or absence of the child's parents. If the parents are living, or if the child is under guardianship, the grandparents may give advice and counsel to the child, to the parents or to the guardian.

Source: lawphil.net (RA 386 as amended)

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