Revised Laws of Saint Lucia (2021)

6.   Application of Civil Code

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    (1)   Where the Crown is subject to any liability by virtue of this Part, the provisions of the Civil Code relating to indemnity and contribution shall be enforceable by or against the Crown in respect of the liability to which it is so subject as if the Crown were a private person of full age and capacity.

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    (2)   Without prejudice to the effect of the preceding subsection, Articles 1034 to 1051 of the Civil Code (which relate to the joint liability of debtors) shall bind the Crown.

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    (3)   Where the Crown has the right to recover public funds due or owing to the Crown by way of a civil debt or cause, Article 2078 of the Civil Code of Saint Lucia applies. (Inserted by Act 4 of 2017)