Persons of full age shall receive such protection of their person and property as their condition or situation makes necessary, in accordance with the procedures laid down in this Title.
Such protection shall be introduced and provided with due regard for individual freedoms, fundamental rights and the dignity of the person.
Its purpose shall be the interests of the protected person. It promotes, as far as possible, the autonomy of the latter.
It is a duty of the families and of the public community.