Article 1169 of the French Civil Code

A contract for valuable consideration is void where, at the time of its formation, the consideration agreed for the benefit of the person making the commitment is illusory or derisory.

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Article 1169

Un contrat à titre onéreux est nul lorsque, au moment de sa formation, la contrepartie convenue au profit de celui qui s’engage est illusoire ou dérisoire.