CCQ-1991 - Civil Code of Québec

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2341. Suretyship may not exceed what is owed by the debtor, or be contracted with more onerous conditions.
Suretyship which does not meet that requirement is not null for that reason; it may only be reduced to the extent of the principal obligation.
1991, c. 64, a. 2341; I.N. 2014-05-01.
2341. Suretyship may not be contracted for an amount in excess of that owed by the debtor or under more onerous conditions.
Suretyship which does not meet that requirement is not null; it is only reducible to the measure of the principal obligation.
1991, c. 64, a. 2341.