Civil Code (Cap. 16)
Civil Code (Cap. 16), article 717
717. A condition which, in the intention of the testator, is
merely meant to suspend the execution of the testamentary
disposition, shall not operate so as to bar the heir or legatee from
acquiring, even before the fulfilment of the condition, a veste d
right transmissible to the h eirs of such h eir or legatee.
Where heir or
legatee is bound to
give security for
fulfilment of
condition.
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