Article 380 — Suppression of Instruments.

(1) Whoever, with the intent specified in Article 375 damages, tears, destroys, suppresses or takes an instrument of which he has not the right of absolute disposal, is punishable with simple imprisonment not exceeding two years, in less serious cases, and with rigorous imprisonment not exceeding five years, in more serious ones. (2) Where the act has been done to the prejudice of a member of the criminal's family, a near relative or a person having common interest or ties of affection with the criminal, or a person cohabiting with him, proceedings shall be instituted only upon complaint.