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Article 1391

RA 386 · Civil Code of the PhilippinesKey provision

ELI5— what this means for you

The action to annul a voidable contract must be filed within 4 years. For incapacity, the period starts when the disability ceases (e.g., when the minor turns 18). For fraud/intimidation, from the time the defect stops.

Key point

You have 4 years to file a case to annul a fraudulent or coerced contract.

Official text — RA 386

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