Chapter II: Rules specific to non-contentious matters.

The judge rules on non-contentious matters when, in the absence of litigation, he is seized of a claim which the law requires, by reason of the nature of the case or the status of the claimant, to be submitted to his control.

The judge may base his decision on all the facts relating to the case before him, including those that may not have been alleged.

The judge shall carry out all useful investigations, even of his own motion. He shall have the right to hear, without formality, persons who can enlighten him and those whose interests are likely to be affected by his decision.

The judge may rule without debate.

A third party may be authorised by the judge to consult the case file and have a copy issued to him, if he can justify a legitimate interest.