Essay on the matrimonial property regime in the fuero del baylío

Abstract

This article contains a thesis on the content and functioning of the matrimonial property regime in a Fuero (compilation of local law) called Fuero del Baylío, which applies in part of the Extremadura region (Spain). It begins with an explanation of the Fuero's remote original sources, sphere of geographic application and current enforcement. The article then offers a plausible thesis on the content and effects of the Fuero del Baylío regarding its matrimonial property regime from the outset, during the course of marriage and on marriage termination.