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Article 1386 of the French Civil Code

The judge may of his own motion refer the oath to one of the parties.

This oath may not be referred to the other party.

Its probative value is left to the judge’s discretion.

Original in French 🇫🇷
Article 1386

Le juge peut d’office déférer le serment à l’une des parties.

Ce serment ne peut être référé à l’autre partie.

Sa valeur probante est laissée à l’appréciation du juge.

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