He who has a right to give has the right to dispose of the gift.

Explanation

(English-origin maxim.) The power of disposition follows the power of giving — he who may give freely may also direct the terms and manner of the gift.

Where this applies

• A property owner who has the right to give away her land also has the right to attach conditions to the gift, such as requiring the land be used as a park.
• A man who can give his car to his son can also decide to give it to a charity instead — the power to give includes the power to choose the recipient and terms.
• An estate holder who is free to donate her property can also direct that the proceeds go to a specific cause upon sale.