Civil Code of Cambodia/B1

by Royal Government of the Kingdom of Cambodia

BOOK ONE: GENERAL RULES

1. General principles of private law

   This Code sets forth the general principles governing legal relations in civil matters. Except where otherwise provided by special law, the provisions of this Code shall apply to property related matters and family relations.

2. Fundamental concepts

   This Code gives concrete embodiment to the concepts of the dignity of the individual, the equality of the sexes and the guarantee of property rights provided in the Constitution.

3. The principle of private autonomy

   Under this Code, legal relations among private persons, including corporations, shall be equal and equivalent, with respect for the free intention of the individual. Public corporations shall be deemed private persons in connection with their legal relations that arise from transactions.

4. Prohibition of abuse of rights

   The abuse of rights shall not be permitted. If a right is used beyond the scope of the protection originally anticipated, the exercise of such right shall not be valid.

5. The principle of good faith

   Rights shall be exercised and duties performed in good faith