Section I: Precautionary measures taken after the opening of an estate

Where there is no known successor and the tenancy agreement has ended, the president of the judicial court or his delegate may authorise, under the conditions provided for in the first paragraph of article 1325, the owner of the premises to have the furniture removed and either deposited in another location or confined to a part of the premises that was occupied by the deceased. The costs of removing and…

If difficulties arise with regard to the measures provided for in this section, the parties or the judicial officer may refer the matter to the president of the judicial court by simple petition. The assistance of a lawyer is not compulsory. If a dispute arises between the parties, the matter shall be referred to the president of the judicial court by the most diligent party. The dispute is lodged, investigated…

The provisions of this section shall apply to the affixing of seals ordered in civil matters pursuant to a specific provision, unless incompatible with the matter in question or otherwise provided.