Civil Code Article 957

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.

A mala fide possessor may demand from the person demanding restoration return for any necessary outlays incurred for the preservation of the thing possessed in accordance with the provisions concerning management of affairs without mandate.
中文原文 民法第957條
惡意占有人,因保存占有物所支出之必要費用,對於回復請求人,得依關於無因管理之規定,請求償還。

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