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Nov 20, 2006 spanish titles torrens system land registration presidential decree 892 property law supreme court

Spanish Titles vs Torrens System: What Landowners Must Know After SBMA Ruling

A 2006 Supreme Court ruling confirms Spanish-era titles are no longer valid proof of land ownership in the Philippines. Here's what it means for property claims.

Nov 20, 2006 spanish titles stare decisis land ownership pd 892 philippine jurisprudence

Spanish Titles and Stare Decisis: Santiago v. Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority

The Supreme Court reaffirmed that Spanish titles can no longer prove land ownership, and that final judgments bind even those who did not appeal.

Apr 29, 2005 land registration spanish title torrens system quieting of title presidential decree 892 civil law

Spanish Titles vs Torrens System: Resolving Land Ownership Disputes in the Philippines

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies why Spanish titles can't defeat Torrens titles after PD 892, and who may file quieting of title actions.