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the adopter or his legal representative may apply to the court for the cancellation of the adoption; but this right ceases after six months from the time when the adopter comes of age, or if he ratifies the adoption after coming of age.

If the adoption is contrary to the provisions of Art. 838 or 839, any of the parties, the head of any of their houses, any relative, or the public procurator may apply to the court for the cancellation of the adoption.

If the adoption is contrary to the provisions of Art. 840, the adapted child or any of his original relatives may apply to the court for the cancellation of the adoption. This right, however, ceases, if after the account of the guardianship has been rendered the adopted child has ratified the adoption, or six months have elapsed.

A ratification by the adopted child is valid only if made after he has become of age or has recovered his capacity.

If the account of the guardianship is completed before the adopted child becomes of age or recovers his capacity, the period above mentioned is computed from the time when he comes of age or recovers his capacity.

If the adoption is contrary to the provisions of Art. 841, the husband or wife who has not consented to it may apply to the court for its cancellation; but if six months have elapsed since the husband or wife had notice of the adoption, it is deemed to be ratified.