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1086.

If a Japanese who is in a place where a Japanese consul is stationed desires to make his will by a public or secret document, the consul performs the functions of a notary.

Section III.
The Effect of a Will.

1087.

A will takes effect at the death of the testator.

If a condition precedent is annexed to a will, and the condition happens only after the death of the testator, the will takes effect from the time of the happening.

1088.

A legatee may at any time after the death of the testator declare his refusal of the legacy.[1]

The refusal relates back to the time of the death of the testator.

1089.

The person bound by the legacy or any other person interested may notify the legatee to accept or refuse

  1. ↑ Any disposition of either movable or immovable property by will is in this translation called a legacy.
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