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Jul 29, 2019 torrens-title accion-publiciana land-disputes property-law prescription collateral-attack

Torrens Title vs. Possession: When a Registered Owner Prevails in Land Disputes

The Supreme Court clarifies when a Torrens title prevails over possession claims in accion publiciana cases, reaffirming the indefeasibility of registered land titles.