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Jan 11, 2016 administrative law public nuisance summary abatement local government barangay police power

Balancing Public Order and Private Rights: Limits on Summary Abatement of Nuisances

When can barangay officials destroy property as a public nuisance? The Supreme Court clarifies the limits of summary abatement.