State Act

Portuguese Civil Code, 1867

Article 2465 – Requirements for birth record of abandoned children – In the birth records of the abandoned children, mention shall be made:- 1. Of the day, time, and place where the abandoned child was found. 2. Of its apparent age; 3. Of any sign or defect of formation, which distinguishes the child; 4. Of any declaration which was accompanying the child; 5. Of the garments, clothes, in which it was found or was found covered; 6. Lastly, of any other indicia which is found.