Legal Question in Family Law in Philippines

Art. 109. The husband and wife are obliged to live together, observe mutual respect and fidelity, and render mutual help and support. (56a)

Art. 111. The husband is responsible for the support of the wife and the rest of the family.

Can i file a case if my husband suddenly left me, with no communication at all after he left, therefore not being able to comply with the obligation of living together and providing support for me?


Asked on 2/24/12, 12:43 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
VOLTAIRE T. DUANO VOLTAIRE T. DUANO LAW OFFICE

Yes, you can file a criminal case for violation of RA 9262.The acts of abandonment and failure to give support constitute psychological and economic violence,respectively.

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Answered on 2/24/12, 9:30 am


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