majority

  • Chapters 1 and 2 (Title V, Book I, Civil Code)

    Notes: 1) Chapters 1 and 2, Title V, Book I of the Civil Code provided for the provisions on the Age of Majority. However, it has been superseded by the Executive Order No. 209 (series of 1987; otherwise known as the Family Code), which in turn has been amended by Republic Act No. 6809. See:…

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    Title X – Emancipation and Age of Majority (Family Code)

    Art. 234. Emancipation takes place by the attainment of majority. Unless otherwise provided, majority commences at the age of eighteen years. (As amended by R.A. 6809) Art. 236. Emancipation shall terminate parental authority over the person and property of the child who shall then be qualified and responsible for all acts of civil life, save…