Civil Code Article 594

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.

The depositary may not change the method of custody which has been agreed upon, except in case of urgency when he may assume that the depositor would approve of the change if he knew of the state of affairs.
中文原文 民法第594條
寄託物保管之方法經約定者,非有急迫之情事,並可推定寄託人若知有此情事,亦允許變更其約定方法時,受寄人不得變更之。

English translation for reference only; the Chinese text prevails. Not legal advice.