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Article 871 of the French Civil Code

The legatee by universal title contributes with the heirs, in proportion to his emolument; but the legatee by particular title is not liable for the debts and charges, except however for the mortgage action on the bequeathed immovable.

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Article 871

Le légataire à titre universel contribue avec les héritiers, au prorata de son émolument ; mais le légataire particulier n’est pas tenu des dettes et charges, sauf toutefois l’action hypothécaire sur l’immeuble légué.

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