Can a decree of legal separation be based on a stipulation of facts?
Spouses are absolutely not allowed to bypass the legal process by merely stipulating facts or agreeing to separate. The law firmly states that no decree of legal separation shall be based upon a stipulation of facts. Furthermore, it cannot be based on a mere confession of judgment by the guilty respondent. This strict evidentiary rule to prevent easy separation is found in Article 60 Family Code of the Philippines. “Art. 60. No decree of legal separation shall be based upon a stipulation of facts or a confession of judgment.” 31-Jul-26About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices is a full-service law firm in the Philippines. You may visit us at the 16th Flr., Suite 1607 AIC Burgundy Empire Tower, ADB Ave., Ortigas Center, 1605 Pasig City, Metro Manila, Philippines. You may also call us at +632 84706126, +632 84706130, +632 84016392 or e-mail us at [email protected]. Visit our website https://ndvlaw.com/.
