Article 28: Capacity of minors

1. Only their parents, adoptive parents or guardian may make transactions for minors under the age of 14 (minor) except as specified in paragraph 2 of this article. The rules laid down in article 37, paragraphs 2 and 3, of the present Code apply to transactions between the legal representatives of a minor and his or her property. At least one year is entitled to perform: (1) small-scale household transactions; (2) free-of-charge transactions that do not require a notary certificate or a public registry. and; (3) transactions on the disposition of funds provided by the legal representative or with the consent of the latter third person for a specified purpose or for a free order. The validity of the transactions of a minor, including transactions performed by him himself, is borne by his parents, adoptive parents or guardians unless it is proved that the obligation was not breached by their fault. These persons are also liable under the law for harm caused by minors.