Article 414-1 of the French Civil Code
November 8, 2023
To make a valid act, one must be of sound mind. It is up to those suing for nullity on this ground to prove the existence of a mental disorder at the time of the act.
To make a valid act, one must be of sound mind. It is up to those suing for nullity on this ground to prove the existence of a mental disorder at the time of the act.
During his lifetime, the action for nullity belongs only to the person concerned. After his death, acts made by him, other than inter vivos gifts and wills, may only be challenged by his heirs, on the grounds of insanity of mind, in the following cases: 1° If the act itself bears evidence of a mental disorder; 2° If it was made while the person concerned was under court protection; 3°…
Anyone who has caused damage to others while under the influence of a mental disorder is no less obliged to make reparation.
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