Yes, it is possible, but it depends on the role this deception played. In Moroccan law, we speak of fraud (dol): these are the maneuvers or voluntary silence of one party intended to make you enter into a contract.
Fraud gives rise to annulment ("rescission") only when, without these maneuvers or concealment, you would not have concluded the contract at all (art. 52). In other words, the deception must have been decisive in your decision.
Also note: fraud committed by a third party produces the same effect, but only if the party benefiting from it was aware of it (art. 52).
On the other hand, if the deception concerned only minor details of the obligation and did not actually determine your commitment, you cannot annul the contract: you have only the right to damages (art. 53).
In practice, ask yourself: would you have signed knowing the truth? If the answer is clearly no, you fall under article 52. If you would have signed anyway, but under different conditions, you fall under article 53.
Autres questions posées par les lecteurs
Sous-questions regroupées par notre recherche — chacune renvoie vers sa réponse complète de niveau B/C.
+−What Can I Require From a Neighbor's Collapsing Wall?
Require your neighbor to prevent wall collapse through formal notice. If collapse occurs, the owner is liable for damages from dilapidation, lack of maintenance, or construction defects.
+−Can You Cancel a Contract Due to Seller Deception?
Yes, you can cancel if deception was decisive to your decision under Moroccan law. Fraud only allows cancellation if you wouldn't have signed without it.
+−Am I Liable for Harm My Child Causes?
Parents of minor children living with them are liable for harm caused, but can escape liability by proving they could not have prevented it.
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