All ▸ Bar 2024 ▸ CIVIL LAW ▸ III. PERSONS AND FAMILY RELATIONS ▸ N. Paternity and Filiation ▸ 3. Legitimated Children - Family Code, arts. 177-182, R.A. No. 9858 ▸ b. Action to Impugn Legitimacy - Family Code, Art. 182

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Question 3:
Legitimated Children - Family Code, Arts. 177-182, R.A. No. 9858 - Action to Impugn Legitimacy - Family Code, Art. 182

Scenario:

Alex and Carla were married in 1995. Two years later, Carla gave birth to their daughter, Andrea. However, there have been rumors circulating that Carla had an affair during their marriage and that Andrea may not be Alex's biological child. These rumors have caused tensions and strains in their relationship.

Last year, Alex discovered that Carla had indeed engaged in an extramarital affair around the time Andrea was conceived. Doubting his paternity, Alex seeks to contest Andrea's legitimacy.

Question:

Can Alex legally impugn Andrea's legitimacy under the Family Code, specifically under Article 182? Discuss the requirements and grounds for impugning legitimacy and analyze whether Alex's situation meets these criteria.

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