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Section 1117. Ownership, possession and administration of the assets of the matrimonial estate

Portuguese Civil Code, 1867

Act no. none printed (index gives 0)1867In forceGoa (State Act)

Article 1117 – Ownership, possession and administration of the assets of the matrimonial estate - The ownership and possession of the common assets vest in both the spouses during the subsistence of the marriage; however, the administration of the assets of the couple, not excluding the wife’s own assets, shall lie with the husband. § Sole paragraph - The wife may manage only with the consent of the husband or during his impediment or absence.