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Article 1470 of the French Civil Code

If, after balancing, the account shows a balance in favour of the community, the spouse reports the amount to the common estate.

If it shows a balance in favour of the spouse, the spouse has the choice either to demand payment or to deduct from the common estate up to the amount due.

Original in French 🇫🇷
Article 1470

Si, balance faite, le compte présente un solde en faveur de la communauté, l’époux en rapporte le montant à la masse commune.

S’il présente un solde en faveur de l’époux, celui-ci a le choix ou d’en exiger le paiement ou de prélever des biens communs jusqu’à due concurrence.

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