Generally Applicable Principles and Provisions

Ignorance of law is not forgivable

Prohibition against public interest

Actions against the law will be invalid

to be borne by the wrongdoer

Do not act in a way that hurts others

Cannot take advantage of mistakes

Acts contrary to interest are invalid

Personality should be accepted

Must maintain good neighborliness

Non-exemption from civil liability

Not recognizing customs or traditions that are contrary to the law

Applicable to foreigners also