About this document
Overview of the Philippine Civil Code by Brian Balio is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document summarizes key aspects of the Civil Code of the Philippines. It discusses that the code was originally based on the Spanish Civil Code of 1889 but was later revised to be more aligned with Filipino customs and values. It also describes the overall structure and content of the code, including new rights and subjects introduced. The code is written in English but draws from Spanish and Filipino law. It took effect in 1950 after being published in the Official Gazette.
- Author
- Brian Balio
- Language
- EN