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CHAPTER TWELVE

MINORS

Section 1. General Provisions

Article 215- Definition.

A Minor is a person of either sex who has not attained the full age of eighteen years.

Article-216- Disability of Minors.

1) A minor as regards the proper care of his person, shall be placed under the authority of a guardian.

2) In matters concerning his pecuniary interests and the administration of his property. A minor shall be represented by his tutor.

3) The minor shall not perform juridical acts except in the cases provided by law.

Article 217-Proof of Age

1) The age of a person shall be established by his certificate of birth.

2) In the absence of certificate of birth the age of a person shall be decided by the court based on reliable documents or by the testimony of not less than two witnesses.

Article 218- Principle to be followed by Competent Authorities.

Any decision rendered on cases based on this Chapter shall be appropriate to the proper care and well being of children.

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