PD 603 Article 19

Absence or Death of Parents.

Article 19

ART. 19. Absence or Death of Parents. — Grandparents and in their default, the oldest brother or sister who is at least eighteen years of age, or the relative who has actual custody of the child, shall exercise parental authority in case of absence or death of both parents, unless a guardian has been appointed in accordance with the succeeding provision.

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