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Article 1371 of the French Civil Code

An authentic instrument is authentic until a forgery is recorded in respect of what the public official says he has personally performed or recorded.

In the event of a forgery being recorded, the judge may suspend the execution of the instrument.

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Article 1371

L’acte authentique fait foi jusqu’à inscription de faux de ce que l’officier public dit avoir personnellement accompli ou constaté.

En cas d’inscription de faux, le juge peut suspendre l’exécution de l’acte.

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