State Act

Portuguese Civil Code, 1867

Article 637 – Seizure of counterfeited objects - The holders of certificates or their representatives, may apply in case of suspicion of counterfeit, for seizure of counterfeited objects or of instruments which may only be utilized for their fabrication upon furnishing prior security. § Sole paragraph - In this case, however, if the applicant does not file a suit within fifteen days, the seizure shall stand vacated and the opponent may sue the applicant for losses and damages.