Category Archives: Family Code

In the case a child is taken away without the consent of the single mother, what legal actions can a single mother take?

The single mother can file a civil and/or criminal case under Republic Act No. 90262, or “The Anti-Violence Act against Women and Children”.  Or, the single mother can also choose to file kidnapping charges under the Revised Penal Code. In … Continue reading

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What can single mothers do to demand child support from the father?

To claim or demand support, the single mother must prove first that the child is related to the putative father. When a man refuses to recognize a child as his, there is no other recourse but to file a petition … Continue reading

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What are the specific laws that pertain to child support, especially for single mothers?

Support can be found under Articles 193 to 203 of the Family Code.  Support has some basic principles: It is everything that is indispensable for food, shelter, clothing, medical attendance, education and transportation in keeping with the financial capacity of … Continue reading

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Legal Support of the Child and RA 9262

Articles 195 and 196 of the Family Code enumerate the persons who are under obligation to support each other, thus: (1) The spouses; (2) Legitimate ascendants and descendants; (3) Parents and their legitimate children and the legitimate and illegitimate children … Continue reading

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Is infidelity sufficient to deprive a mother of custody over her child?

The law categorically provides that no child under seven years of age shall be separated from the mother, unless the court finds compelling reasons to order otherwise (Article 213, Family Code). Moreover, insofar as illegitimate children are concerned, they are … Continue reading

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