Civil Code Article 1201
This English translation was last updated on 2021-01-20, but the Chinese text was amended on 2026-08-17. Later amendments may not be reflected in the translation — please refer to the Chinese text.
If the legatee dies before the will becomes effective, the legacy does not take effect.
中文原文 民法第1201條
受遺贈人於遺囑發生效力前死亡者，其遺贈不生效力。