OUTCOMES-BASED COURSE SYLLABUS ON LAND TITLES AND DEEDS (UA&P) – 2ND SEMESTER AY 2020-2021

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OUTCOMES BASED COURSE SYLLABUS ON LAND TITLES AND DEEDS (UA&P)

BY PROF. ALVIN CLARIDADES ON JANUARY 15, 2021

OUTCOMES-BASED COURSE SYLLABUS ON LAND TITLES AND DEEDS (UA&P)

Course Code                             :           JD____

Course Title                               :           Land Titles and Deeds (LTD)

Credit                                       :           2 Units

Time Allotment                          :            36 Hours (Saturdays, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.)

Professor                                     :              ATTY. ALVIN T. CLARIDADES

E-Mail Address: albinoski2005@yahoo.com

  1. COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course is designed to assist law students in acquiring a general knowledge of land titles, the registration process, the registrable liens and encumbrances, the various deeds and instruments of conveyance, as well as the legal remedies available to parties dealing on property. At the end of the term, the students are expected to have a working know-how of the basic principles, policies and remedies provided for under existing Philippine laws on public lands, ordinary and cadastral land registration and the doctrines and principles underlying the Torrens system.

Specifically, the course syllabus is devised and planned in such a way as to enable the students to:

  • understand the basic legal and constitutional concepts that underpin the Public Land Act and the Property Registration Decree;
  • appreciate the Torrens system of land registration in the Philippines and understand the role of key government agencies and other actors in the system;
  • acquire knowledge on specific areas of land registration laws, rules and regulations;
  • learn and apply legal remedies available for ordinary and cadastral land registration cases and cases involving land grants from the administrative agencies of government;
  • appreciate the linkage between national laws and local laws on land classification and conversion; and
  • acquire knowledge on specific property registration issues such as overlapping titling mandates among various agencies and the conundrum that they engender.
  1. COURSE AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon completion of this course, the students must be able to:

  • demonstrate an understanding of the major laws governing the acquisition of ownership and registration of land titles, as well as the various rules and regulations pertaining to conveyance, transfer and recording of liens;
  • exhibit an understanding of the terminology, concepts, cases and principles in Land Titles and Deed;
  • examine issues and concerns on the effect of overlaps in land administration and government grants and discuss how they can best be addressed;
  • evaluate land titling and registration laws critically; and
  • know the application of the pertinent rules of civil procedure and the rules laid down in PD 1529 as they apply to property registration.
  • LEARNING PLAN
Learning OutcomesWeekTopicsActivitiesResourcesAssessment Tools
LO11CHAPTER IINTRODUCTIONHistorical background of land registration in the PhilippinesAdoption of Torrens system of land registrationTorrens system; reason for its adoption in the Philippines1.  Tenio-Obsequio v. CA, GR 107967, Mar. 1, 1994, 230 SCRA 550Key features of the Torrens system and what it seeks to ensure2.  Revilla v. Galindez, GR L-9940, Mar. 30, 1960, 107 Phil. 480Torrens system does not confer but merely confirms title3.  Heirs of Doronio v. Heirs of Doronio, GR 169454, Dec. 27, 2007, 541 SCRA 479Title and Certificate of Title; distinctions4.  Torbela v. Rasario, GR 140528, Dec. 7, 2011, 661 SCRA 633Purpose of the Torrens system5.  Legarda Saleeby, GR L-8936, Oct. 2, 1915, 31 Phil. 590Exception to the rule of quieting title to registered land6.  Angeles v. Sania, GR 44493, Nov. 3, 1938, 66 Phil. 444Registration of land; a judicial proceeding and an action in rem7.  Grey Alba De la Cruz, GR 5246, Sept. 16, 1910, 17 Phil. 49Effects of registration under the Torrens systemAdvantages of the Torrens system8.  Manotok IV v. Barque, GR 162335 & 162605, Dec. 12, 2008, 477 SCRA 339Rights of innocent third persons; public confidence in the Torrens certificateRegistration as the operative act that validates conveyance of land9.  Reynes v. Barrera, GR 46724, Sept. 30, 1939, 68 Phil. 656Exceptions to the rule10.   State Investment House, Inc. v. CA, GR 115548, Mar. 05, 1996, 254 SCRA 368Probative value of Torrens title11.   Peralta v. Abalon, GR 183448, June 30, 2014, 727 SCRA 477Curtain principle12.   Republic v. CA, GR L-46626-27, Dec. 27, 1979, 94 SCRA 865Exceptions to the doctrine or principle13.   Sandoval v. CA, GR 106657, Aug. 1, 1996, 260 SCRA 283Regalian doctrineModes of acquiring ownership14.   Gonzalez v. Rojas, GR L-5449, Mar. 22, 1910, 16 Phil. 51Tradition or delivery, not sale, is what transfers ownershipWays of constructive deliveryOwnership rights over public lands; how acquired; exception15.   Cariño v. Insular Government, GR 72, Feb. 23, 1909, 41 Phil. 935; 212 U.S., 449; 53 Law. Ed., 594“Time immemorial”Regalian doctrine does not negate native title16.   Kapunan, J., Sep. Op.: Cruz v. Secretary of Environment and Natural Resources, GR 135385, Dec. 6, 2000, 347 SCRA 128Bases for land titleNative titleImperfect title; how acquired17.   Heirs of Malabanan v. Republic, GR 179987, Apr. 29, 2009, 587 SCRA 172).All lands of the public domain presumed to belong to the State18.   Republic v. Lao, GR 150413, July 1, 2003, 405 SCRA 291Development of the Regalian doctrine19.   Cruz v. Secretary of Environment and Natural Resources, GR 135385, Dec. 6, 2000, 347 SCRA 128Ownership of reclaimed lands under the Regalian DoctrineSubmission of Case Digests Report-Lecture-Discussion Oral RecitationLibrary Computer/ Internet Books/Case LawsGrading of submitted Case Digests Report- Graded recitation
LO22CHAPTER II. LAND TITLESPublic and private landsBasic principles in land ownershipPublic lands and private lands; distinctionsProperties of public dominion and patrimonial properties of the StateProperty devoted to public use vis-à-vis property devoted to public service20.   Chavez v. Public Estates Authority, GR 133250, July 9, 2002, 384 SCRA 152Property of public dominionPatrimonial property of the state susceptible to prescriptionKinds of acquisitive prescriptionPossession in good faith and with
just title required in ordinary
acquisitive prescription21.   Santiago v. Cruz, GR 6276, Mar. 21, 1911, 19 Phil. 145“Good faith” and “Just title”22.   Titong v. CA, GR 111141, Mar. 6, 1998, 287 SCRA 102Computation of 30-year periodTacking of possession; when allowed23.   Nenita Quality Foods Corp. v. Galabo, GR 174191, Jan. 30, 2013, 689 SCRA 569Privity of contractPublic lands; how acquired; when grant is conclusively presumed24.   Padilla v. Reyes, GR L-37435, Nov. 28, 1934, 60 Phil. 967State, through DENR, possesses
and exercises plenary powers to
determine who should be recipients of public land25.   Francisco v. Rodriguez, GR L-31083, Sept. 30, 1975, 67 SCRA 212Classifications of public lands according to alienability under the ConstitutionAgricultural lands according to useForest lands and national parksForest lands or reserves not
capable of private appropriation26.   Vano v. Government of Phil. Islands, GR 15656, Nov. 15, 1920, 41 Phil. 161Land classification an exclusive prerogative of the executive
department27.   Bureau of Forestry v. CA, Aug. 31, 1987, 153 SCRA 351Classification descriptive of legal and not natural state of landAlienable and disposable (A & D) landConstitutional limitation on alienability of public landClasses of A & D lands of the public domain28.   Director of Forestry v. Villareal, GR 32266, Feb. 27, 1989, 170 SCRA 598Sub-classification of A & D landsA & D lands not subject to private ownershipCivil reservationsMilitary reservationsForeshore landReclaimed landPositive government act of reclassifying public land into A & D29.   Republic v. CA, GR 127060, Nov. 19, 2002, 392 SCRA 190CENRO certification insufficient to prove A & D character of land30.   Republic v. T.A.N. Properties, Inc., GR 154953, June 26, 2008, 555 SCRA 477What needs to be proved by the applicant31.   Republic v. Bautista Vda. De Joson, GR 163767, Mar. 10, 2014, 718 SCRA 228When public land ipso jure ceases to be part of the public domain32.   Director of Lands v. IAC, GR L-73002, Dec. 29, 1986, 146 SCRA 509Key provisions of the Public Land Act (CA 141) on the disposition of
A & D lands of the public domain33.   Concurring and Dissenting Op., Brion, J.: Heirs of Malabanan v. Republic, GR 179987, Apr. 29, 2009, 587 SCRA 172Possession required to support claim of title through prescription34.   Republic v. Bacas, GR 182913, Nov. 20, 2013, 710 SCRA 411Rules on disposition of public land or lands of the public domainExceptions from the general rule that all lands of the public domain belong to the State and are inalienable35.   Republic v. IAC, GR L-75042, Nov. 29, 1988, 168 SCRA 165Private ownership of land; basic requisite in registration thereof36.   Director of Lands v. Agustin, GR L-16173, Oct. 6, 1921, 42 Phil. 227Fee simpleBurden of proof rests on applicant for registration37.   Republic v. Bautista Vda. De Joson, GR 163767, Mar. 10, 2014, 718 SCRA 228Other modes of acquiring land titlesPrivate conveyance(1)   Accretion; requisitesAccretion distinguished from Alluvium; Riparian owner38.   Santulan v. Executive Secretary, GR L-28021, Dec. 15, 1977, 80 SCRA 548Reason for grant of preferential right to riparian ownerDried-up river not an accretion39.   Republic v. Santos III, GR 160453, Nov. 12, 2012, 685 SCRA 51Accretion not automatically registered in riparian owner’s name40.   Heirs of Narvasa, Sr. v. Imbornal, GR 182908, Aug. 6, 2014, 732 SCRA 171Petition for registration of accretion equivalent to a request for confirmation of title already vested in the riparian owner41.   Fernandez v. Tañada, GR L-31673, June 30, 1971, 39 SCRA 662Accretion from the sea not part of public domain42.   Ignacio v. Director of Lands, GR L-12958, May 30, 1960, 108 Phil. 335		Submission of Case Digests Report-Lecture-Discussion Oral RecitationLibrary Computer/ Internet Books/Case LawsGrading of submitted Case Digests Report- Graded recitation
LO33(2)   Involuntary alienation(3)   Hereditary succession(4)   ReclamationThe Spanish Law of Waters of 1866 provision on reclaimed landsReclaimed lands form part of lands of the public domainSpanish Law of Waters of 1866 vis-à-vis subsequent lawsReclamation does not amount to conversion of land to A & DInstance when reclaimed submerged areas become A & D(5)    Native titleThe concept of native title43.   Cruz v. Sec. of Environment and Natural Resources, GR 135385, Dec. 6, 2000, 347 SCRA 128Possession since time immemorial(6)    Agrarian reformEmancipation Patent and Certificate of Land Ownership AwardQualifications of beneficiaries under PD 27 and RA 6657Governing laws on land titling and registration(1)   Cadastral Act or Act No. 2259, as amendedCadastral surveyPublication requirement jurisdictional44.   Director of Lands v. Benitez, GR L-21368, Mar. 31, 1966, 16 SCRA 557Cadastral proceedings governed by the usual rules of practice, procedure and evidence; When cadastral decree and certificate issued45.   Tan Sing Pan v. Republic, GR 149114, July 21, 2006, 496 SCRA 189Filing of answer with cadastral court corresponds to application for registration of land titleJudgment in a cadastral survey is a judicial act; decree binds all the world63.   Government of the Phil. Islands v. Abural, GR 14167, Aug. 14, 1919, 39 Phil. 996(2)    Public Land Act or Commonwealth Act No. 141, as amendedPresidential power to classify lands of the public domain(3)    Articles 708 to 711 of the Civil Code of the PhilippinesRegistration with the RD is what divests government of title46.   DBP v. CA, GR 109946, Feb. 9, 1996, 253 SCRA 414Property of the public domain is incapable of registration47.   Morandarte v. CA, GR 123586, Aug. 12, 2004, 436 SCRA 213(4)      Property Registration Decree or Presidential Decree No. 15291.  Citizenship requirementsLands of the public domain can only be acquired by Filipino citizensPrivate lands transferrable only to qualified individuals or entities48.   Borromeo v. Descallar, GR 159310, Feb. 24, 2009, 580 SCRA 175Right of Filipino citizens to lease or own alienable public landsCorporations prohibited from owning alienable public landsAliens not qualified from acquiring public and private lands; purpose
of the prohibition49.   Matthews v. Taylor, GR 164584, June 22, 2009, 590 SCRA 394Natural-born citizen who lost Philippine citizenship may be a transferee of private landsNatural-born citizensTransfer and involuntary salesForeign national may apply for registration of land acquired while still a Filipino citizen50.   Republic v. CA, GR 108998, Aug. 24, 1994, 235 SCRA 567Laws governing land acquisition and ownership by former citizensLimitations on land ownership by former natural-born FilipinosInstances when aliens may acquire or buy lands in the PhilippinesCapacity of aliens to acquire land determined based on citizenship at the time of acquisitionLand ownership by aliens; when permitted51.   Hulst v. PR Builders, Inc., GR 566, Sept. 25, 2008, 566 SCRA 333CondominiumLand administrationAgencies involved in land
administration and managementLand administration functions shared by and among the agenciesSitus of executive power over disposition of public landsDENR charged with responsibility over disposition of public lands52.   Espinosa v. Makalintal, GR L-1334, Aug. 29, 1947, 79 Phil. 134Powers of Director of Lands assumed by DENR Secretary pursuant to EO 192Bureau of Lands abolished and power of Director of Lands clippedAuthority of DENR to resolve conflicting claims of applicantsPower of DENR to promulgate rules and regulationsQuasi-judicial powers of DENR in disposition of public landsAuthoritativeness of decision of DENR on questions of fact and of lawDoctrine of primary jurisdiction; rationaleDecision of DENR entitled to great respect by courts53.   Stolt-Nielsen Transportation Group, Inc. v. Medequillo, Jr., GR 177498, Jan. 18, 2012, 663 SCRA 291Effect of decisions of quasi-judicial agencies such as DENR54.   Brillantes v. Castro, GR L-9223, June 30, 1956, 99 Phil. 497Judicial review of decisions of DENR; exception to the rule55.   Ortua v. Encarnacion, GR 39919, Jan. 30, 1934, 59 Phil. 440When judicial review of administrative findings of fact by DENR may be madeCHAPTER III.PROPERTY REGISTRATIONGENERAL PROVISIONS OF THE
LAND REGISTRATION CODE
(PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 1529,
AS AMENDED)Title of the governing law on land registrationLand registrationRegistration does not correspond to title56.   Republic v. CA, GR 116111, Jan. 21, 1999, 301 SCRA 366Purposes of the Property or Land Registration Law57.   Benin v. Tuason, GR L-26127, June 28, 1974, 57 SCRA 531Nature of registration proceedingsJurisdiction of courts; in rem proceedingsDuty of court to furnish LRA with copies of papers and pleadingsAuthority of RTCs to hear and determine all questions58.   Association of Baptists for World Evangelism, Inc. v. First Baptist Church, GR L-32621, July 29, 1987, 152 SCRA 393Instances when cadastral or land
registration cases may be heard by first level courts; appellate jurisdictionDistinction between RTC’s general and limited jurisdictions eliminated by PD 152959.   Ligon v. CA, GR 107751, June 1, 1995, 244 SCRA 693Land registration court (RTC) no longer restrained by its former
limited jurisdiction60.   Averia, Jr. v. Caguioa, GR L-65129, Dec. 29, 1986, 146 SCRA 459Plenary jurisdiction of land registration court (RTC)61.   Benin v. Barque, GR 162335, Dec. 18, 2008Purpose of the rule under Section 8 of PD 152962.   Cavan v. Wislizenus, GR L-24768, Jan. 21, 1926, 48 Phil. 636Systems of registration of real property or rights in the PhilippinesStatus of other pre-existing land registration systemsDiscontinuation of registration under the Spanish Mortgage LawRegistration for unregistered lands under Act 3344Act 3344, the law on recording of deeds on unregistered landsSale registered under Act 3344 not deemed a constructive notice63.   Mactan-Cebu International Airport Authority v. Tirol, GR 171535, June 5, 2009, 588 SCRA 635Unregistered sale not binding on innocent third personsLoss of certificate of title over registered land; effect and remedy		Submission of Case Digests Report-Lecture-Discussion Oral RecitationLibrary Computer/ Internet Books/Case LawsGrading of submitted Case Digests Report- Graded recitation
LO44THE LAND REGISTRATION AUTHORITY AND ITS REGISTRIES OF DEEDSThe Land Registration Authority (LRA) and its mandateHistory of the LRA and its precursor agencies64.   Cusi v. Domingo, GR 195825, Feb. 27, 2013, 692 SCRA 277Officials of the LRAThe LRA Administrator and Deputy AdministratorsQualifications of the Administrator and Deputy AdministratorsDuties of the LRA AdministratorGeneral functions of the LRAMinisterial duty of LRA to issue
decrees of registration with obligation to seek clarification from the court when in doubt65.   Rodriguez v. CA, GR 184589, June 13, 2013, 698 SCRA 352Official station and jurisdiction of the Register of DeedsAppointment of RDsQualifications of RDs and Deputy RDsGeneral functions of RDs; RDs as repository of records of deeds affecting landsFunction of RD ministerial in nature66.   Baranda v. Gustilo, GR L-81163, Sept. 26, 1988, 165 SCRA 757RD not duty-bound to determine validity of a document for purposes of registration67.   Gabriel v. RD of Rizal, GR L-17956, Sept. 30, 1953, 9 SCRA 136RD has no power to determine validity of document68.   Almirol v. The RD of Agusan, GR L-22486, Mar. 20, 1968, 22 SCRA 1152Instances when the RD may validly refuse registration of voluntary
instruments and private documents69.   Gallardo v. IAC, GR L-67742, Oct. 29, 1987, 155 SCRA 248Discharge of duties of RD in case of vacancyIndex system and cards with the names of all registered ownersChief Geodetic Engineer as technical adviser of LRAIII.    ORIGINAL LAND REGISTRATIONORDINARY LAND REGISTRATION PROCEEDINGSAPPLICATIONS FOR LAND REGISTRATIONApplication for registration of title to land; Who may applyFiling by a single applicant or multiple applicantsSingle application for two (2) parcels of land; misjoinder70.   Republic v. Herbieto, GR 156117, May 26, 2005, 459 SCRA 183Joint application of all co-ownersVendor a retro may file application71.   Montiero v. Salgado, GR L-7287, Mar. 29, 1913, 27 Phil. 631Trustee may apply in representation of his principalRequirements for land registration (judicial titling)Technical descriptionLands subject to initial registrationKinds of registrable private lands72.   Director of Forestry v. Muñoz, GR L-24796, June 28, 1968, 23 SCRA 1183Lands not subject to registrationSecond decree for the same land void; res judicata73.   Rojas v. City of Tagaytay, 106 Phil., 512; 60 Off. Gaz., 820Proceeding in rem requiring
constructive seizure by publication74.   Director of Lands v. CA, GR 102858. July 28, 1997, 276 SCRA 276Instance when more certificates are issued over the same land75.   Heirs of Lopez v. De Castro, GR 112905, Feb. 3, 2000, 324 SCRA 591Public land; how acquired by private persons76.   Lee Hong Hok v. David, GR L-30389, Dec. 27, 1972, 48 SCRA 372Classification and disposition of lands of the public domainA & D lands of the public domain77.   Fortuna v. Republic, GR 173423, Mar. 5, 2014, 718 SCRA 35Public Land Act (CA 141) a special law on public lands78.   De Guzman v. CA, GR 132257, Oct. 12, 1998, 297 SCRA 743Legal modes of disposing of public landsFriar lands not part of public lands; definitionContract to sell and delivery of certificate of sale of friar land79.   Manotok IV v. Heirs of Barque, GR 162335 & 162605, Aug. 24, 2010, 628 SCRA 668(1)       Homestead settlementHomesteadQualifications for homestead80.   Republic v. CA, GR L-42856, Jan. 27, 1981, 102 SCRA 331Married woman not allowed to have homestead; exceptionsHomestead patent a mode of acquiring title to public landsApplication requirements for homestead patentsProcedure for homestead patent applicationSigning and approving authoritySale of homestead within 5-year prohibited period deemed void81.   Manzano v. Ocampo, GR L-14778, Feb. 28, 1961, 1 SCRA 691Law does not distinguish between executory and consummated salesWhen a perfected homestead is deemed a property right82.   Balboa v. Farrales, GR L-27059, Feb. 14, 1928, 51 Phil. 498Certificate of title issued on the strength of a patent indefeasible one (1) year after issuance83.   Ramirez v. CA, GR L-28591, Oct. 31, 1969, 30 SCRA 297Indefeasibility of a homestead patent; exception84.   Ybañez v. IAC, GR 68291, Mar. 6, 1991, 194 SCRA 743(2)    Sale of agricultural land via Sales Patent; requisites(3)       Lease of residential, commercial and industrial landPrivate corporations or associations may only lease public lands;
exception85.   Director of Lands v. IAC, GR 73002, Dec. 29, 1986, 146 SCRA 509Filipino citizens may also lease or acquire public lands(4)     Confirmation of imperfect or incomplete titles; judicial and administrative(a)   Judicial legalization or confirmation86.   Martinez v. CA, GR 170409, Jan. 28, 2008, 542 SCRA 604Acquisition and registration by private person of public landSection 14(1) of PD 1529 in relation to Section 48(b) of CA 141Section 48(b) of CA 141 distinguished from Section 14(1) of PD 1529Judicial confirmation of imperfect title; when application therefore
becomes a mere formality87.   Martinez v. CA, GR 170409, Jan. 28, 2008, 542 SCRA 604What must be proved by applicants for registrationAdditional proof or evidenceAll requisites must be complied with88.   Republic v. Bantigue Point Development Corp., GR 162322, Mar. 14, 2012, 668 SCRA 158		Submission of Case Digests Report-Lecture-Discussion Oral RecitationLibrary Computer/ Internet Books/Case LawsGrading of submitted Case Digests Report- Graded recitation
LO55Proof that the land applied for is declassified from forest or timber zone to A & D propertyBurden of proving positive act of government declassifying the land rests on the applicantWhat constitutes positive act of the government89.   Secretary of DENR v. Yap, GR 167707, Oct. 8, 2008, 589 Phil. 156Survey by a geodetic engineer not a positive act of government90.   Menguito v. Republic, GR 134308, Dec. 14, 2000, 348 SCRA 128Declaration by the President or DENR Secretary a positive actCENRO certification not enough91.   Republic v. Hanover Worldwide Trading Corp., GR 172102, July 2, 2010, 662 SCRA 730Evidence required to establish A & D character of land92.   Republic v. Santos, GR 191516, June 4, 2014, 724 SCRA 660Occupation for 30 years or more not sufficient by itself93.   Republic v. Tsai, GR 168184, June 22, 2009, 590 SCRA 423Period of possession required sto acquire land through judicial conformation“Agricultural lands” under CA 141 vis-a-vis “A & D lands of the public domain” under PD 1529Length of the requisite possession amended by PD 1073Vested rights cannot be impaired by PD 107394.   Balboa v. Farrales, GR L-27059, Feb. 14, 1928, 51 Phil. 498Possession construed95.   See Republic v. Gielczyk, GR 179990, Oct. 23, 2013, 708 SCRA 433Possession and occupation not synonymous96.   Republic v. East Silverlane Realty Development Corp., GR 186961, Feb. 20, 2012, 666 SCRA 401Required character of possession under Sec. 14(1) of PD 152997.   Heirs of Arzadon-Crisologo v. Rañon, GR 171068, Sept. 5, 2007, 559 Phil. 169Mere casual cultivation does not constitute possession under claim
of ownership98.   Republic v. Vera, GR L-35778, Jan. 27, 1983, 120 SCRA 21What the June 12, 1945 reckoning point refers toSignificance of Section 14(2) of PD 1529Sections 14(1) and 14(2) of PD 1529 distinguishedPrescription not a mode of acquiring public land under CA 141 but one such mode under PD 1529Property of public dominion and patrimonial propertyWhen lands of the public domain become patrimonial property99.   Republic v. Aboitiz, GR 174626, Oct. 23, 2013, 798 SCRA 388Ownership of patrimonial property; how acquired100.                Republic v. Metro Index Realty and Development Corp., GR 198585, July 2, 2012, 675 SCRA 439Disposition of patrimonial propertySale or lease of patrimonial property under Act No. 3038 (IGPSA)101.                Navy Officers’ Village Association, Inc. (NOVAI) v. Republic, GR 177168, Aug. 03, 2015Kinds of acquisitive prescription for acquisition of patrimonial propertyExpress declaration by the State needed for prescription to beginPeriod of possession to be reckoned only from the time of classification of land as patrimonial property102.                Republic v. Rizalvo, GR 172011, Mar. 7, 2011, 644 SCRA 516Nature of possession required for purposes of prescriptionBurden of proving possession103.                Arbias v. Republic, GR 173808, Sept. 17, 2008, 565 SCRA 582Tax declarations not competent evidence of actual possession104.                Wee v. Republic, GR 177384, Dec. 8, 2009, 608 SCRA 72Proof of actual possession must accompany claim of ownership based on tax declarationTax declarations good indicators of possession105.                Ganila v. CA, GR 150755, June 28, 2005, 461 SCRA 435(b)     Administrative legalization or free patentFree patentQualifications of an applicant for free patentNatural-born citizenRequirement reduced to “Filipino citizens”Burden of proving “private rights;” reason for 30-year period106.                Gordula v. CA, GR 127296, Jan. 22, 1998, 284 SCRA 617Procedures for application and grant of free patentRight of a holder of land under free patent; right to repurchase107.                Cabacug v. Lao, GR L-27036, Nov. 26, 1970, 36 SCRA 92When free patent title is ipso facto cancelled and rendered void108.                Azarcon v. Vallarta, GR L-43679, Oct. 28, 1980, 100 SCRA 450).Instance when free patent vests no title on patentee109.                Ramos v. Obligado, GR 46548. June 21, 1940, 70 Phil. 86When rule on indefeasibility does not apply to free patents110.                Republic v. Animus, GR L-37682, Mar. 29, 1974,56 SCRA 499(5)     Townsite Reservations(6)     Direct sale of residential lands under RA 730 via MSAMiscellaneous Sales Application (MSA)Basic conditions of the MSAMaximum area to be granted to an applicantRestrictions on alienation removed by PD 2004Persons qualified to apply for MSARequirements in the filing of applicationProcedure in acquiring an MSA(7)      Residential Free Patent under RA 10023Qualifications of beneficiariesCoverageZoning at the time of filing of application to be consideredRemoval of restrictionsForm and contents of the application(8)   Appointment of agent or representative of non-resident applicant; substitution(9)  Jurisdiction lies with the RTC where the land is situatedMuniment of titleWhen submission to court of approved survey plan or
blueprint copy may suffice111.                Republic v. Guinto-Aldana, GR 175578, Aug. 11, 2010, 628 SCRA 210Survey planPurpose of survey plan112.                Director of Lands V. CA, GR L-25723, June 29, 1984		Submission of Case Digests Report-Lecture-Discussion Oral RecitationLibrary Computer/ Internet Books/Case LawsGrading of submitted Case Digests Report- Graded recitation
LO66Metes and bounds of property is what defines it113.                Balantakbo v. CA, GR 108515, Oct. 16, 1995, 249 SCRA 323Metes and boundsNote on survey plan not deemed evidence to prove private title148.             Republic v. Espinosa, GR 171514, July 18, 2012, 677 SCRA 92(10)     Where application covers 2 or more parcels114.                Republic v. Herbieto, GR 156117, May 26, 2005, 459 SCRA 183(11).    Amendments to the application(12)     When land applied for borders on road(13)     Requirement of additional facts and papers; ocular inspectionCourt may require certain documents or reports to verify title115.                SM Prime Holdings, Inc. v. Madayag, GR 164687, Feb. 12, 2009, 578 SCRA 552Ocular inspection not mandatory(14)     Dealings with land pending original registrationProcedure in case property is conveyed during registration116.                Government of the Phils. v. Abad, GR L-8317, May 23, 1958, 103 Phil. 725Application for registration need not be amended; requisites117.                Mendoza v. CA, GR L-36637, July 14, 1978, 84 SCRA 67PUBLICATION, OPPOSITION AND DEFAULTNotice of initial hearing, publication(1)     By publication(2)     By mailing(3)     By postingNotice of initial hearing; formatNotice of the initial hearing jurisdictional118.                Po v. Republic, GR L-27443, July 19, 1971, 40 SCRA 37Purpose of publication requirement119.                Republic v. CA, GR 100995, Sept. 14, 1994, 236 SCRA 442Effect of belated publicationEffect on non-publication in a
newspaper of general circulation120.                Director of Lands v. CA, GR 102858, July 28, 1997, 276 SCRA 276Rationale for mandatory publication requirementWhat constitutes defective notice121.                Fewkes v. Vasquez, GR L-29075, June 10, 1971, 39 SCRA 514All requirements must be complied with122.                Republic v. Marasigan, GR 85515, June 6, 1991, 198 SCRA 219Proof of publication and notice2.  Opposition to application in ordinary proceedingsWhen submission of approved subdivision plan may be requiredOppositor should only appear to have an interest in the property123.                Archbishop of Manila v. Barrio of Sto. Cristo, GR L-12981, Nov. 6, 1918, 39 Phil. 1Effect of absence of opposition124.                Director of Lands v. Agustin, GR 16179, Oct. 6, 1921, 42 Phil. 227Order of default and its effectEffect of an order of default to the defendant125.                C. Johnson & Son, Inc. v. CA, GR L-54040, Aug. 14, 1990, 188 Phil. 579Defendant declared in default may still appeal from the judgment by
default but on limited groundsGrounds for appeal by party declared in default126.                Arquero v. CA, GR 168053, Sept. 21, 2011, 658 SCRA 70Order of general default deemed issued in land registration cases127.                Heirs of Lopez, Sr. v. Enriquez, GR 146262, Jan. 21, 2005, 449 SCRA 173Motion to lift of the Order of default; proper party and procedure128.                Estiva v. Alvero, GR 11887, Jan. 28, 1918, 37 Phil. 498Failure of oppositor who filed
answer to appear in initial hearing
not a ground for default129.                Director of Lands v. Santiago, GR L-41278, Apr. 15, 1988, 160 SCRA 186Appeal not an ample remedy for party unlawfully declared in default130.                Omico Mining and Industrial Corp. v. Vallejos, GR L-38974, Mar. 25, 1975, 63 SCRA 285HEARING JUDGMENT AND DECREE OF REGISTRATIONSpeedy proceedings; Reference to a refereePartial judgmentWhen judgment should be rendered by the court131.                Ramos v. Rodriguez, GR 94033, May 29, 1995, 244 SCRA 418Duty of LRA to render reports may extend after finality of court’s judgment132.                Gomez v. CA, GR 77770, Dec. 15, 1988, 168 SCRA 491Court’s duty where there is an adverse claimant or none133.                Tirona v. Nañawa, GR L-22107, Sept. 30, 1967, 21 SCRA 395Remedies before judgment becomes final(a)       Motion for reconsideration; groundsEffect of denial of the motion for reconsideration134.                Neypes v. CA, GR 141524, Sept. 14, 2005, 469 SCRA 633“Fresh period” or the “Neypes rule”Neypes rule does not apply to non-appealable ordersEffect of grant of the motion for reconsideration135.                Esquivel v. Alegre, GR 79425, Apr. 17, 1989, 172 SCRA 315Court action when issues in a motion for reconsideration are severableRemedy when motion for reconsideration is denied; second motion barredRemedy from an order denying a motion for new trial(b)       Motion for new trial; groundsRequisites of newly-discovered evidenceWhen to file a motion for new trial136.                Destileria Limtuaco v. CA, GR L-63053, July 22, 1986, 143 SCRA 92		Submission of Case Digests Report-Lecture-Discussion Oral RecitationLibrary Computer/ Internet Books/Case LawsGrading of submitted Case Digests Report- Graded recitation
LO77Effect of denial of a motion for new trial137.                Francisco v. Puno, 108 SCRA 427Effect of grant of a motion for new trial(c)    Appeal from judgmentModes of appealIssues to be raised on appealPeriod for filing an appealRight to appeal a mere statutory privilege138.                Stolt-Nielsen v. NLRC, GR 147623, Dec. 13, 2005, 477 SCRA 516Judgments or orders from which appeals may be taken4.  When does judgment become finalDuty to cause issuance of decree of registrationFinal judgment constitutes res judicata against the whole world139.                Ting v. Heirs of Lirio, GR 168913, Mar. 14, 2007, 518 SCRA 334Res judicataRequisites for res judicata to serve as absolute bar to new actionLand title not finally adjudicated until after the lapse of one (1) year from issuance of decree of registration140.                Laburada v. LRA, GR 101387, Mar. 11, 1998, 287 SCRA 333Remedies after judgment becomes final(a)   Reliefs from judgments, orders and other proceedings141.                Trust International Paper Corp. v. Pelaez, GR 164871, Aug. 22, 2006, 499 SCRA 552Provisional remedy available to preserve the rights of the partiesGrounds for petition for relief from judgmentTime to file petitionAffidavits to be annexed to the petitionPetition for relief from judgment; when allowed142.                Dela Cruz v. Andres, GR 161864, Apr. 27, 2007, 522 SCRA 585(b)       Annulment of judgments, or final orders and resolutions; grounds143.                Diona v. Balangue, GR 173559, Jan. 7, 2013, 688 SCRA 22Ground for annulment of judgmentAnnulment of judgment; when availablePeriods to file action144.                Galicia v. Manliquez, GR 155785, Apr. 13, 2007, 521 SCRA 85Annulment of judgment an independent remedy145.                Bulawan v. Aquende, GR 182819, June 22, 2011, 652 SCRA 585When extrinsic fraud not a valid ground for annulment of judgmentLack of jurisdiction as ground for annulment of judgmentLack of jurisdictionEffects of annulment of judgment(c)      Petition for Certiorari (Special Civil Action)Writ of certiorari; when and for what purpose issued146.                Land Bank of the Phils. v. CA, GR 129368, Aug. 25, 2003, 409 SCRA 455Requisites for availment of remedy of certiorari(d)       Petition for reopening and review of the decree of registrationPetition under Section 32 of PD 1529; when and by whom filed147.                Gomez v. CA, GR 77770, Dec. 15, 1988, 168 SCRA 491Petition for review must be by motion in same proceeding where decree was issued148.                Baldoz v. Papa, GR L-18150, July 30, 1965, 14 SCRA 691Elements for allowance of reopening or review of decree149.                Libudan v. Gil, GR L-21163, May 17, 1972, 45 SCRA 17Petitioner or movant need not be original claimant150.                v. Ybañez, GR L-6103, Apr. 17, 1953, 92 Phil. 911Purpose in giving aggrieved parties a chance to review the decree151.                Rublico v. Orellana, GR L-26582, Nov. 28, 1969, 30 SCRA 511Only those fraudulently deprived of their opportunity to be heard in the original registration case may file petition for review152.                Crisolo v. CA, GR L-33093, Dec. 29, 1975, 68 SCRA 435.Petition may be filed any time after rendition of court’s decision153.                Rivera v. Moran, GR L-24568, Mar. 2, 1926, 48 Phil. 836Decree of registration; contentsDecree conclusive against all personsPeriod when court may reopen proceedings; Ground for review154.                Lopez v. Padilla, GR L-27559, May 18, 1972, 45 SCRA 44Review of decree of registration; when decree no longer reviewableReview of decree of registration under the jurisdiction of the RTCTitle deemed not finally adjudicated before entry of decree and lapse of one (1) year from its entry by the LRA155.                Gomez v. CA, GR 77770, Dec. 15, 1988, 168 SCRA 491Innocent purchaser for value (IPV), buyer in good faith156.                Yared v. Tiongco, GR 161360, Oct. 19, 2011, 659 SCRA 545Protection accorded by law to an IPV157.                Peralta v. Abalon, GR 183448, June 30, 2014, 727 SCRA 477Buyer in bad faith not protected by registration of sale158.                Lu v. Manipon, GR 147072, May 7, 2002, 381 SCRA 788Holder in bad faith of certificate of title not protected by law; case of double sale159.                Baricuatro Jr. v. CA, GR 105902, Feb. 9, 2000, 325 SCRA 137Governing principle in double sale160.                Olivares v. Gonzales, GR L-34500, Mar. 18, 1988, 159 SCRA 33Submission of Case Digests Report-Lecture-Discussion Oral RecitationLibrary Computer/ Internet Books/Case LawsGrading of submitted Case Digests Report- Graded recitation
LO88Forged deed does not divest registered owner of title161.                Soliven v. Francisco, GR L-48974, Nov. 29, 1989, 170 SCRA 218Forged deed may be the root of a valid title162.                Lim v. Chuatoco, GR 161861, Mar. 11, 2005, 453 SCRA 308Period from issuance of decree to question its validityIndefeasibility of decree of registration163.                Eduarte v. CA, GR 105944, Feb. 9, 1996, 323 Phil. 462Rationale for the rule on indefeasibility of title164.                Ingusan v. Heirs of Reyes, GR 142938, Aug. 28, 2007, 531 SCRA 315Instance when the rule on indefeasibility will not apply165.                Ferrer v. Bautista, GR 46963, Mar. 14, 1994, 231 SCRA 257Void certificate of title166.                Heirs of Simplicio Santiago v. Heirs of Mariano Santiago, GR 151440, June 17, 2003, 404 SCRA 193Rule on indefeasibility applies also to homestead and free patents167.                Iglesia ni Cristo v. CFI of Nueva Ecija, GR L-35273, July 25, 1983, 123 SCRA 516Requisites for the availment of the remedy of petition for review168.                Serna v. CA, GR 124605, June 18, 1999, 308 SCRA 527Finality an essential feature of a Torrens certificate of title169.                Broce v. Apurado, GR 8416, Jan. 27, 1914, 26 Phil. 581One-year period starts to run from the date of entry of decree170.                Gomez v. CA, GR 77770, Dec. 15, 1988, 168 SCRA 491Petition may already be filed after rendition of court’s decision171.                Rivera v. Moran, GR 24568, Mar. 2, 1926, 48 Phil. 836.One-year period reckoned not from court’s decision but from issuance of decree by the LRA Administrator172.                Ramos v. Rodriguez, GR 94033, May 29, 1995, 244 SCRA 418Petition for review under Section 32 of PD 1529 separate and distinct from Motion for new trialDeprivation must be through actual or extrinsic fraud173.                Manila v. Abila, GR L-26781, Feb. 28, 1977, 75 SCRA 267Actual and constructive fraud174.                Heirs of Roxas v. CA, GR 118436, Mar. 21, 1997, 270 SCRA 309Extrinsic and intrinsic fraudSection 32 of PD 1529 considers only extrinsic or collateral fraud175.                Republic v. Guerrero, GR 133168, Mar. 28, 2006, 485 SCRA 424Inquiry into intrinsic fraud barred after judgment176.                Tichangco v. Enriquez, GR 150629, June 30, 2004, 433 SCRA 324Remedies available after the one-year contestability period(a)    Action for damagesMoral and exemplary damages where a person committed fraud in obtaining title177.                Valenzuela v. Sps. Mano, GR 172611, July 9, 2010, 624 SCRA 664(b)    Action for reconveyanceReconveyance178.                Lacorte v. CA, GR 124574, Feb. 2, 1998, 286 SCRA 24Transfer of title wrongfully registered is what is sought in an action for
reconveyance179.                Pasio v. Monterroyo, GR 159494, July 31, 2008, 560 SCRA 739Action for reconveyance governed by Article 434 of Civil Code180.                Hutchison v. Buscas, GR 158554, May 26, 2005, 459 SCRA 214Requirements that must concur to warrant reconveyance of land181.                New Regent Sources, Inc. v. Tanjuatco, Jr., GR 168800, Apr. 16, 2009, 585 SCRA 329		Submission of Case Digests Report-Lecture-Discussion Oral RecitationLibrary Computer/ Internet Books/Case LawsGrading of submitted Case Digests Report- Graded recitation
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LO1010Action for reconveyance may be barred by prescriptionReconveyance based on implied trust prescribes in 10 years182.                Walstrom v. Mapa, Jr., GR L-38387, Jan. 29, 1990, 181 SCRA 431Exception to 10-year prescriptive period183.                Heirs of Valientes v. Ramas, GR 157852, Dec. 15, 2010, 638 SCRA 444Possession must be in the concept of an owner184.                Tan v. CA, GR 125861, Sept. 9, 1998, 295 SCRA 247Essential condition for resort to action for reconveyance185.                Lucena v. CA, GR L-77468, Aug. 25, 1999, 313 SCRA 47Right of innocent mortgagee for value186.                Rural Bank of Sariaya, Inc. v. Yacon, GR L-78011, July 5, 1989, 175 SCRA 62What constitutes fraud that would give ground for reconveyance187.                National Grains Authority v. IAC, GR 68741, Jan. 28, 1988, 157 SCRA 380When action for reconveyance may be barred by laches188.                Declaro v. CA, GR 119747, Nov. 27, 2000, 346 SCRA 57).LachesNature of action for reconveyance based on a fictitious deed189.                PNB v. Heirs of Militar, GR 164801, Aug. 18, 2005, 467 SCRA 377Twin reliefs sought in action for reconveyance190.                Linzag v. CA, GR 122181, June 26, 1998, 291 SCRA 304Action for reconveyance not aimed
at reopening registration proceeding191.                Rodriguez v. Toreno, GR L-29596, Oct. 14, 1977, 76 SCRA 356Remedy of owner deprived of his land when reconveyance is no
longer available192.                Delos Reyes v. CA, GR 121468, Jan. 27, 1998, 285 SCRA 81(c)     Recovery Against the Assurance FundAction for compensation from Assurance Fund; when filed193.                Heirs of Roxas v. Garcia, GR 146208, Aug. 12, 2004, 436 SCRA 253Purpose of the Assurance Fund194.                Loewenstein v. Page, GR L-5599, Mar. 22, 1910, 16 Phil. 84Suppletory application of the Rules of CourtOther remedies(a)    Cancellation of titleAction for declaration of nullity of free patent and certificate of title; real party in interest195.                Heirs of Kionisala v. Heirs of Dacut, GR 147370, Feb. 27, 2002, 378 SCRA 206Grounds for cancellation of patent and annulment of title196.                Republic v. Mangotara, GR 170375, 170505 & 173355-56, July 7, 2010, 624 SCRA 360(b)    Reversion under Section 101 of CA 141Reversion197.                Republic v. Roxas, GR 157988, Dec. 11, 2013Objective of reversion suit198.                Cawis v. Cerilles, GR 170207, Apr. 19, 2010, 618 SCRA 357Action for reversion; where properInstances when remedy of reversion may be resorted to199.                Republic v. Roxas, GR 157988,. Dec. 11, 2013Only the State can institute reversion proceedings200.                Cawis v. Cerilles, GR 170207, Apr. 19, 2010, 618 SCRA 357Instance when certificate of title may be cancelled and property
subject thereof reverted to the
government201.                Garingan v. Garingan, GR 144095, Apr. 12, 2005, 455 SCRA 480Public land fraudulently included in patents subject of reversion202.                Reyes v. CA, GR 94524, Sept. 10, 1998, 295 SCRA 296Action for reversion distinguished from action for declaration of nullity
of free patent and certificate of title203.                Heirs of Kionisala v. Heirs of Dacut, GR 147370, Feb. 27, 2002, 378 SCRA 206Real party in interest in reversion proceedings		Submission of Case Digests Report-Lecture-Discussion Oral RecitationLibrary Computer/ Internet Books/Case LawsGrading of submitted Case Digests Report- Graded recitation
LO1111(c)   Quieting of title; definition204.                Heirs of Toring v. Heirs of Boquilaga, GR 163610, Sept. 27, 2010Action to quiet title a suit quasi in rem205.                Foster-Gallego v. Galang, GR 130228, July 27, 2004, 435 SCRA 275Twin requisites for quieting of title206.                Eland Philippines, Inc. v. Garcia, GR 173289, Feb. 17, 2010, 613 SCRA 66Proper party in an action to quiet title207.                Portic v. Cristobal, GR 156171, Apr. 22, 2005, 496 Phil. 456Suit to quiet title to property occupied by plaintiff does not prescribe208.                Faja v. CA, GR L-45045, Feb. 28, 1977, 75 SCRA 441(d)       Criminal action for perjuryPerjuryElements of perjury209.                Diaz v. People, GR 65006, Oct. 31, 1990, 191 SCRA 863.2       CADASTRAL REGISTRATION PROCEEDINGS1.  ORDER FOR SPEEDY SETTLEMENT AND ADJUDICATION, SURVEY AND NOTICESNature of cadastral proceeding210.                Republic v. Vera, GR L-35778, Jan. 27, 1983, 120 SCRA 210Subject matter of cadastral proceedings211.                Government of the Phil. Islands v. Municipality of Binalonan, GR 8243, Dec. 24, 1915, 32 Phil. 634Limited jurisdiction of cadastral court over registered lands212.                Pamintuan v. San Agustin, GR L-17943, June 22, 1922, 43 Phil. 558Cadastral survey to identify lots prior to proceedings in court213.                Director of Lands v. CA, GR L-58867, June 22, 1984, 129 SCRA 689A.1   Cadastral survey preparatory to filing of petitionSubmission of survey plan214.                Republic v. Vera, GR L-35778, Jan. 27, 1983, 120 SCRA 210Survey plan not evidence of title215.                Director of Lands v. Heirs of Carolino, GR L-61598, Dec. 12, 1985, 140 SCRA 396PETITION; LOT NUMBERSB.1   Petition for registrationContents of the petitionPurpose of requiring technical description in the notice216.                Viewmaster Construction Corp. v. Maulit, GR 136283, Feb. 29, 2000, 326 SCRA 821Contents of the plan; lots and cadastral numbersANSWERC.1      Answer to petition in cadastral proceedingForm and contents of AnswerHEARING; JUDGMENT; DECREED.1    Hearing, judgment and decree of registrationSUMMARY OF REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS AND PROCEDURESSurvey of the land and approval of the survey planDuties of the surveyors or geodetic engineers217.                Francisco v. CA, GR L-35787, Apr. 11, 1980, 97 SCRA 22Survey Order and Survey AuthorityConditions under which Survey Authority is issuedDENR to approve survey plansTypes of surveyCadastral surveys; what they includePurposes of cadastral surveysIsolated surveysCadastre and cadastral survey2.  Filing of the application for registrationWhere to file application; form required and muniments of titleSupporting documentsContents of applicationFull names and addresses of all
occupants of the land and those
of the adjoining owner required218.                Francisco v. Rojas, GR 167120, Apr. 23, 2014, 723 SCRA 423Extent of searchTracing cloth plan; purpose of the requirement219.                Del Rosario v. Republic, GR 148338, June 6, 2002, 383 SCRA 262Alternative to original tracing cloth plan220.                Republic v. Hubilla, GR 157683, Feb. 11, 2005, 451 SCRA 181Application may include two (2) or more parcels of landAmendments to the application221.                M. Tuason & Co., Inc. v. Torres, GR L-24559, July 22, 1981, 105 SCRA 653New publication requirement; purpose222.                Juan v. Luis, GR 24701, Aug. 25, 1926, 49 Phil. 252Instance when new publication not needed223.                Benin v. Tuason, GR L-26127, June 28, 1974, 57 SCRA 531Required statement when land applied for borders on roadRequirement of additional facts and papers; ocular inspectionFailure to mention names of minor’s
guardians in application for registration
does not invalidate title224.                Tichangco v. Enriquez, GR 150629, June 30, 2004, 433 SCRA 324Transmittal of the copy of the application to the LRA		Submission of Case Digests Report-Lecture-Discussion Oral RecitationLibrary Computer/ Internet Books/Case LawsGrading of submitted Case Digests Report- Graded recitation
LO1212Duties of clerk of courtLRA to report to court errors or deficiencies in application4.  Setting the date of the initial hearing5.  Notice of application and initial hearing(a)   Publication of noticePurpose and effects of publication(b)    Mailing of notice(c)    Posting of noticeNotice; to whom addressed; contentsNotice by mailing and by posting not dispensed with by Sec. 23225.                Republic v. Marasigan, GR 85515, June 6, 1991, 198 SCRA 219Effect of defective publication226.                Republic v. CA, GR 103746, Feb. 9, 1993, 218 SCRA 773Service of notices upon contiguous owners, occupants, etc.Effect of deliberate failure of the applicant to give notice227.                Divina v. CA, GR 117734, Feb. 22, 2001, 352 SCRA 527Filing of answer or objection to the applicationRequisites for a valid answerOpposition must be based on dominical or real right228.                Leyva v. Jandoc, GR L-16965, Feb. 28, 1962, 4 SCRA 595Solicitor General empowered to file opposition for the StateOrder of general defaultEffect of failure to file answer or opposition229.                De los Reyes v. Paterno, GR 10680, Mar. 27, 1916, 34 Phil. 420Order of special defaultEffect of order of default230.                Santos, Jr. v. PNOC Exploration Corp., GR 170943, Sept. 23, 2008, 566 SCRA 272)Service upon party in defaultRelief from order of default8.  Hearing and presentation of evidenceReference to a refereeCourt’s action on referee’s reportFactual evidence of possession and title required231.                Republic v. CA, GR L-62680, Nov. 9, 1988, 167 SCRA 150What the applicant must prove before the court232.                Lasam v. Director of Lands, GR 42859, Mar. 17, 1938, 65 Phil. 3679.   Promulgation of judgment by the courtJudgment confirming titleJudgment dismissing the case without prejudice233.                Ng Sam Bok v. Director of Lands, GR L-11988. Dec. 22, 1958, 104 Phil. 965Import of the term “without prejudice”Purpose and effect of the term “without prejudice”10.   Court order for LRA to issue decree of registration11.   Issuance and entry of decree of registration by LRAOriginal Certificate of Title (OCT); form and contents234.                Sotto v. Sotto, GR L-17768, Sept. 1, 1922, 43 Phil. 688Period for LRA to issue decree of registration12.   Sending of copy of the decree of registration to RD13.   Transcription of certificate of title in registry bookCERTIFICATE OF TITLE14.   Preparation of decree and certificate of titlePD 1529 contains no provision on execution of final judgments;
Rationale235.                Republic v. Nillas, GR 159595, Jan. 23, 2007, 512 SCRA 286Provision of the Rules of Court on enforcement of judgment does not apply to special proceedings such as land registration236.                Ana v. Menla, GR L-15564, April 29, 1961, 111 Phil. 947Procedure after judgment and before issuance of certificate of titleNo additional burden to be imposed on the owner after judgmentPost-judgment remedy to recover possession of landContempt not available in case of refusal of defeated party to vacate despite writ of possession237.                Rom v. Cobadora, GR L-24764, July 17, 1969, 128 SCRA 758Instance when losing party may be punished for contempt238.                Chinese Commercial Property Co. v. Martinez, GR L-18565, Nov. 30, 1962, 6 SCRA 848Special order for removal of
improvement (writ of demolition)239.                Guevara v. Laico, GR 44057, Feb. 27, 1937, 64 Phil. 144Writ of demolition a complement of writ of possession240.                Marcelo v. Mencias, GR 15609, Apr. 29, 1960, 107 Phil. 1071Land registration court empowered to issue all auxiliary writsIssuance of decree of registration after judgment not a ministerial act241.                Laburada v. Land Registration Authority, GR 101387, Mar. 11, 1998, 287 SCRA 333Issuance of decree not compellable by mandamus242.                Go v. CA, GR 120040, Jan. 29, 1996, 252 SCRA 564Certificate of title as evidence of an indefeasible title, ownership243.                Naval v. CA, GR 167412, Feb. 2, 2006, 483 SCRA 102Tax declarations cannot prevail over a certificate of title244.                Heirs of Vencilao, Sr. v. CA, GR 123713, Apr. 1, 1998, 288 SCRA 574Entry of Original Certificate of Title (OCT)Owner’s duplicate certificate of title		Submission of Case Digests Report-Lecture-Discussion Oral RecitationLibrary Computer/ Internet Books/Case LawsGrading of submitted Case Digests Report- Graded recitation
LO1313Owner is entitled to possess duplicate certificate of title245.                El Director de Terrenos contra Abachin, GR 47965, June 13, 1941, 72 Phil. 326Registration BooksOCT; when issued and when to take effect246.                Manotok Realty, Inc. v. CLT Realty Development Corp., GR 123346, Nov. 29, 2005, 476 SCRA 305Distinction between entry of decree and entry of certificate of title247.                Antiporda v. Mapa, GR 34118, Oct. 28, 1930, 55 Phil. 89Process leading to the issuance of owner’s duplicate OCTTransfer Certificate of Title (TCT)Facts required to be shown in the TCTRequirements for land transfer and issuance of TCTStatutory liens affecting titleClean title, lien and encumbrance248.                Casimiro Development Corp. v. Mateo, GR 175485, July 27, 2011, 654 SCRA 676Examples of encumbrancesLien distinguished from notice of lis pendens249.                People v. RTC of Manila, GR 81541, Oct. 4, 1989, 178 SCRA 299Statement of personal circumstances in the certificateWhen property subject of certificate is deemed conjugal or not250.                Calalang-Parujan v. Calalang-Garcia, GR 184148, June 9, 2014, 725 SCRA 402General incidents of registered landGeneral incidents of registered landRegistered land not subject to
prescription nor adverse possession251.                Atun v. Nunez, GR L-8018, Oct. 26, 1955, 97 Phil. 762Prescription also not applicable to heirs of registered owners252.                Barcelona v. Barcelona, GR L-9014, Oct. 31, 1956, 100 Phil. 251Purpose of registration under the Torrens system is to quiet titleRight to recover by registered owner not barred by prescription253.                Alfonso v. Pasay City, GR L-12754, Jan. 30, 1960, 106 Phil. 1017Adverse possession ineffectual against registered land254.                Tuason & Co., Inc. v. Bolaños, GR L-4935, May 28, 1954, 95 Phil. 106Torrens certificates of title immune from a collateral attack255.                Gabriel, Jr. v. Crisologo, GR 204626, June 9, 2014, 725 SCRA 528Collateral attack and direct attack; distinctionsTorrens title may only be attacked in a direct proceeding256.                Lagrosa v. CA, GR 115981-82, Aug. 12, 1999, 312 SCRA 298When Torrens title become incontrovertible257.                Carvajal v. CA, GR 98328, Oct. 9, 1997, 345 Phil. 592Remedy after the one-year periodOwnership different from certificate of titleAction for reconveyance as a remedyWhat an action for reconveyance seeks and when may it be availed ofSplitting or consolidation of titlesSubdivision and consolidation plansRegistration of simple or complex subdivision plan; provision on non-closure of streets, waterways, open space, etc.Approval by LRA of consolidation planLRA cannot increase the area covered by certificate of titleSection 50 of PD 1529 does not apply to public thoroughfares258.                Republic v. Ortigas and Co. Partnership Limited, GR 171496, Mar. 3, 2014, 717 SCRA 601Delineated roads will remain private at owner’s option259.                Republic v. Ortigas and Co. Partnership Ltd., GR171496, Mar. 3, 2014, 717 SCRA 601Government cannot take private property for private use260.                Sindalan v. CA, GR 150640, Mar. 22, 2007, 518 SCRA 649Section 50 not a license to disregard right to just compensation261.                Manapat v. CA, GR171496, Mar. 3, 2014, 717 SCRA 601		Submission of Case Digests Report-Lecture-Discussion Oral RecitationLibrary Computer/ Internet Books/Case LawsGrading of submitted Case Digests Report- Graded recitation
LO1414SUBSEQUENT REGISTRATION5.1    VOLUNTARY DEALINGS WITH REGISTERED LANDS: GENERAL PROVISIONSVoluntary dealingsConveyance and other dealings by registered ownerRegistration as the operative act to convey or affect the landUnregistered sale of land cannot bind third parties262.                Bulaong v. Gonzales, GR 156318, Sept. 05, 2011, 656 SCRA 666Registered mortgage inferior to that of unregistered sale263.                Reyes v. De Leon, GR L-22331, June 6, 1967, 126 Phil 710Encumbrances not shown on the certificate cannot bind nor prejudice third persons264.                Bass v. De la Rama, GR L-47662, Sept. 30, 1942, 73 Phil. 682Preference accorded to registered levy on attachment or execution265.                Calalang v. Register of Deeds, GR 76265, Apr. 22, 1992, 208 SCRA 215Levy creates a continuing lien on land subject thereof266.                Valdevieso v. Damalerio, GR 133303, Feb. 17, 2005Validity of execution sale retroacts to date of levy267.                First Integrated Bonding& Insurance Co., Inc. v. CA, GR 119577, Aug. 28, 1996, 261 SCRA 203Constructive notice upon registrationRegistration deemed a constructive notice to the whole world268.                G Holdings, Inc. v. National Mines and Allied Workers Union Local 103 (NAMAWU), GR 160236, Oct. 16, 2009, 604 SCRA 73Registration269.                Agricultural Credit Cooperative Association of Hinigaran v. Yusay, GR L-13313, Apr. 28, 1960, 107 Phil. 791Purpose of registration is merely to give notice270.                Autocorp Group and Autographics, Inc. v. CA, GR 157553, Sept. 8, 2004, 437 SCRA 678Purpose and effects of registering instruments271.                Saberon v. Ventanilla, Jr., GR 192669, Apr. 21, 2014, 777 SCRA 287Voluntary and involuntary instruments272.                Villasor v. Camon, R-CA 8551, June 29, 1951, 89 Phil. 404Requisites for registration of voluntary and involuntary instrumentsVoluntary and involuntary registration distinguished273.                Levin v. Bass, GR L-4340, May 28, 1952, 91 Phil. 420Execution sale retroacts to date of levy as entered in the day book274.                Caviles, Jr. v. Bautista, GR 102648, Nov. 24, 1999, 319 SCRA 24Presentation of owner’s duplicate upon entry of new certificateProduction of owner’s duplicate conclusive authority from ownerWhen registration retroacts to date of entry in RD’s day book275.                Ramirez v. Causin, GR L-10794, July 31, 1957, 101 Phil. 1009Subsequent registration procured by fraud deemed voidInstances when a forged deed may be the root of a valid title276.                Inquimboy v. Vda. De Cruz, GR L-13953, July 26, 1960, 108 Phil. 1054Original owner of registered land may seek annulment of transfer thereof grounded on fraud but
subject to right of IPV277.                De Santos v. IAC, GR L-69591, Jan. 25, 1988, 157 SCRA 295Dealings less than ownership; how registeredGrantee’s name, nationality, etc., to be statedChange in the residence or postal address of granteeNotices and processes to be served by mail to the given addresses6.  Primary Entry Book; fees; certified copiesPrimary entry book or Day bookManner of presentation and entry of deeds and instrumentsRecords of registered land open to publicInstrument subject of primary entry deemed registered from time noted pending annotation of memorandum thereof in the title278.                DBP v. Acting RD of Nueva Ecija, UDK 7671, June 23, 1988, 162 SCRA 450Entry alone produces the effect of registration279.                Levin v. Bass, GR L-4340 to 4346, May 28, 1952, 91 Phil. 420Late annotation of levy on certificate does not diminish its efficacy280.                Villasor v. Camon, R-CA 8551, June 29, 1951, 89 Phil. 404CONVEYANCES AND TRANSFERSA.1    Procedure in registration of conveyancesA.2      Procedure where conveyance involves portion of landAnnotation of deed pending entry of transfer certificateAnnotation of subsequent deed prior to approval of plan not allowedRD’s action upon approval of the plan and technical descriptionsGrantor’s options where land has been subdivided into several lotsA.3      Carryover of encumbrancesRD’s ministerial duty to carry over encumbrances to certificates281.                Saberon v. Ventanilla, Jr., GR 192669, Apr. 21, 2014, 777 SCRA 287		Submission of Case Digests Report-Lecture-Discussion Oral RecitationLibrary Computer/ Internet Books/Case LawsGrading of submitted Case Digests Report- Graded recitation
LO1515MORTGAGES AND LEASESB.1      Mortgage or lease of registered landMortgageLeaseIssuance of mortgagee’s or lessee’s duplicate certificate
of title discontinuedB.2      Registration of the deed of mortgage or leaseB.3   Discharge or cancellation of mortgage or lease282.                PCSO v. New Dagupan Metro Gas Corp., GR 173171, July 11, 2012, 676 SCRA 156B.4   Foreclosure of mortgage; definition283.                Selegna Management and Development Corp. v. UCPB, GR 165662, May 3, 2006, 489 SCRA 125(a)    Judicial foreclosure of mortgageFinal order of the court confirming the saleWhere there is no right of redemptionWhere right of redemption existsRedemption period for registered foreclosed property284.                Metropolitan Bank and Trust Co. v. Tan, GR 178449, Oct. 17, 2008, 569 SCRA 814General rule in redemption; intent must be coupled with payment285.                BPI Family Savings Bank, Inc., v. Sps. Veloso, GR 141974, Aug. 9, 2004, 436 SCRA 1Remedy in case of disagreement over redemption price286.                Banco Filipino Savings and Mortgage Bank v. CA, GR 143896, July 8, 2005, 463 SCRA 64Certificate or deed of redemption in case of redemptionFinal deed of sale in case of non-redemption(b)  Extrajudicial foreclosure of mortgageCertificate of saleCertificate or deed of redemption in case of redemptionLaws governing extrajudicial foreclosureFinal deed of sale or sworn statement in case of non-redemptionPurchaser in foreclosure sale may seek possession of property sold287.                China Banking Corp. v. Lozada, GR 164919, July 4, 2008, 557 SCRA 177Petition for issuance of writ of possession through ex parte motion288.                Metropolitan Bank and Trust Co. v. Bance, GR 167280, Apr. 30, 2008, 553 SCRA 507Ministerial duty of the court to issue writ of possession289.                Metropolitan Bank and Trust Co. v. Tan, GR 159934, June 26, 2008, 555 SCRA 502Purchaser entitled to writ of possession despite pendency of annulment or foreclosure suit290.                Fernandez v. Espinoza, GR 156421, Apr. 14, 2008, 551 SCRA 136When right of purchaser to possession becomes absoluteWrit of possession; when issued291.                680 Home Appliances, Inc. v. CA, GR 206599, Sept. 29, 2014, 737 SCRA 127Instance when issuance of writ of possession ceases to be ex-parte292.                Okabe v. Saturnino, GR 196040, Aug. 26, 2014, 733 SCRA 652Court order granting petition for writ of possession a final orderInadequacy of price at foreclosure sale does not nullify sale293.                New Sampaguita Builders Construction Inc. v. PNB, GR 148753, July 30, 2004, 435 SCRA 565Remedy where proceeds of sale insufficient to cover debt294.                BPI Family Savings Bank, Inc. v. Avenido, GR 175816, Dec. 7, 2011, 661 SCRA 758Conditions when writ against foreclosure of mortgage may be issuedCertificate of sale in a foreclosure sale does not transfer ownership295.                Supreme Transliner, Inc. v. BPI Family Savings Bank, Inc., GR 165617, Feb. 25, 2011, 644 SCRA 59Certificate of sale and Deed of absolute sale distinguished296.                Gonzalez v. Calimbas, GR L-27878, Dec. 31, 1927, 51 Phil. 355Annotation of certificate of sale a ministerial duty of RD297.                Autocorp Group v. CA, GR 157553, Sept. 08, 2004, 437 SCRA 678POWERS OF ATTORNEY; TRUSTSC.1      Power of attorneySpecial Power of Attorney (SPA)Powers of attorney construed298.                Woodchild Holdings, Inc. v. Roxas Electric and Construction Co., Inc., GR 140667, Aug. 12, 2004, 436 SCRA 235TrustC.2      Trusts in registered landC.3      Trust with power of sale, etc.; how expressedC.4      Judicial appointment of new trusteeC.5      Implied trusts; how establishedImplied trustResulting and constructive trust construedExpress trust and implied trust distinguished5.2       INVOLUNTARY DEALINGSInvoluntary dealingsAttachments or judicial writs, orders or processesAttachment299.                Sievert v. CA, GR 84034, Dec. 22, 1988, 168 SCRA 692Purpose and function of an attachment300.                Salgado v. CA, GR L-55381, Mar. 26, 1984, 128 SCRA 395Adverse claimStatement of claims; how registeredForm and contents of statementPeriod of effectivity of adverse claimDuty of RD to record adverse claim ministerial301.                Gabriel v. RD of Rizal, GR L-17956, Sept. 30, 1963, 9 SCRA 136Purpose of annotating adverse claim on certificate of title302.                Arrazola v. Bernas, GR L-29740, Nov. 10, 1978, 86 SCRA 279Cancellation of the adverse claim; how made and by whomWhat constitutes as adverse claim under Section 70 of PD 1529303.                Cathay Metal Corp. v. Laguna West Multi-Purpose Cooperative, Inc., GR 172204, July 2, 2014, 728 SCRA 48230-day effectivity of adverse claim construed304.                Sajonas v. CA, GR 102377, July 5, 1996, 285 SCRA 79Cancellation of adverse claim still necessary to render it ineffectiveRationale for requirement of hearing; second adverse claim barredCertain easement need not be annotated as adverse claim305.                Castro v. Monsod. GR 183719, Feb. 2, 2011, 641 SCRA 486Surrender of certificate in involuntary dealingsWhere a court order is needed to compel surrender of certificate306.                RD, Pasig, Rizal v. Heirs of Caiji, GR L-7261, May 11, 1956, 99 Phil. 25		Submission of Case Digests Report-Lecture-Discussion Oral RecitationLibrary Computer/ Internet Books/Case LawsGrading of submitted Case Digests Report- Graded recitation
LO1616Provisions of Sections 69 and 71 of PD 1529 distinguished307.                The Phil. Cotton Corp. v. Gagoomal, GR 130389, Feb. 11, 2008, 544 SCRA 185Dissolution, etc. of attachments, etc.Registration of orders of court, etc.Enforcement of liens on registered landAct of registration of deed of conveyance is what gives effect to the conveyance
and binds the land308.                Agbulos v. Alberto, GR L-17483, July 31, 1962, 5 SCRA 790Application for new certificate
upon expiration of redemption
period; Period to annul or impeach the proceedingsRelief under Section 75 of PD 1529 may only be granted when there is unanimity of the parties or there is
no adverse claim309.                Tangunan v. Republic, GR L-5545, Dec. 29, 1953, 94 Phil. 171Notice of lis pendens; where properLis pendens310.                Rehabilitation Finance Corp. v. Morales, GR L-10064, Apr. 23, 1957, 101 Phil. 171Nature and effects of a notice of lis pendens311.                Baranda v. Gustilo, GR 81163, Sept. 26, 1988, 165 SCRA 757Notice of lis pendens may also involve actions dealing with use or occupation of property312.                Viewmaster Construction Corp. v. Maulit, GR 136283, Feb. 29, 2000, 326 SCRA 821Other applications of the notice of lis pendens313.                Villanueva v. CA, GR 117108, Nov. 5, 1997, 281 SCRA 298Notice of lis pendens not a lien or encumbrance but a mere notice314.                People v. RTC of Manila, GR 81541, Oct. 4, 1989, 178 SCRA 299Property which may validly be
covered by notice of lis pendensNotice of lis pendens a mere notice to third parties and creates no lien thereon315.                People v. RTC of Manila, GR 81541, Oct. 4, 1989, 178 SCRA 299Cancellation of notice of lis pendens before final judgmentCancellation of notice after final judgment in favor of defendantGeneral rule on cancellation of notice of lis pendensGrounds for cancellation of notice of lis pendens316.                Romero v. CA, GR 142406, May 16, 2005, 458 SCRA 483What the notice of lis pendens need not contain317.                Villanueva v. CA, GR 117108, Nov. 5, 1997, 281 SCRA 298Notice of lis pendens does not create a right or lien318.                Somes v. Government of the Phil. Islands, GR L-42754, Oct. 30, 1935, 62 Phil. 432Notice of lis pendens and adverse claims not contradictory319.                Doronila Resources Dev., Inc. v. CA, GR L-42956-57, Jan. 12, 1988, 157 SCRA 26REGISTRATION OF JUDGMENTS, ORDERS AND PARTITIONSJudgment for the PlaintiffJudgment adjudicating ownershipExecution of deed by virtue of judgmentJudgment of partitionRegistration of prior registered
mortgaged or lease on partitioned propertyNotice of insolvencyJudgment or order vacating insolvency proceedingsLand taken by eminent domainExtrajudicial settlement of estateFiling of letters of administration and willDealings by administering subject to court approval.Land devised to executorWhen executor empowered by will to sell, etc.Transfer in anticipation of final distributionRegistration of final distribution of estateVII.  ASSURANCE FUNDAssurance Fund; its purpose and intent320.                RD of Negros Occidental v. Anglo, Sr., GR 171804, Aug. 05, 2015Contribution to Assurance FundCustody and investment of fundAction for compensation from fundsPersons who may recover from the Assurance Fund321.                De Guzman v. National Treasurer of the Republic of the Phils., GR 143281,. Aug. 3, 2000, 337 SCRA 238When claims not permitted322.                The RD of Negros Occidental v. Anglo, Sr., GR 171804, Aug. 05, 2015Action for compensation; against whom action filed323.                Reyes v. Solemar Development Corp., GR 129247, Mar. 3, 2006, 484 SCRA 1Judgment, how satisfiedRecourse where judgment cannot be executedGeneral Fund when liableSubrogation of government to plaintiff’s rightsRD as party in interestRD mandated to protect the Assurance Fund by filing actionPower of LRA Administrator to file the case himself324.                Eagle Realty Corp. v. Republic, GR 151424, July 04, 2008, 557 SCRA 77Ownership rights by the State need not be shown in an action to protect the Fund from liability for damagesLosses not recoverableRecovery from person who caused the loss takes precedence over claims against Assurance Fund325.                Estrellado v. Martinez, GR L-23847, Nov. 18, 1925, 48 Phil. 256Person registered in error liable for damagesFund not intended to relieve third persons from legal actionsLimitation of ActionVIII.     REGISTRATION OF PATENTSCertificates of title pursuant to patentsEffect of registration of grants and patents under Section 103326.                Ting Ho, Jr. v. Teng Gui, GR 130115, July 16, 2008, 558 SCRA 421Registered public land patent a veritable Torrens title327.                Republic v. Umali, GR 80687, Apr. 10, 1989, 171 SCRA 647CERTIFICATE OF LAND TRANSFER, EMANCI­PA­­TION PATENT, AFFIDAVIT OF NON-TENANCYProvisional Register of DocumentsCertificates of Land Transfer, Emancipation Patents and
Certificates of Land Ownership AwardSale of agricultural land; affidavitPETITIONS AND ACTIONS AFTER ORIGINAL REGISTRATIONPetition to compel surrender of owner’s duplicate certificateCourt action after hearing the petitionFiling of separate and original action before land registration courtTransfer of title in buyer’s name no longer part of execution proceedings328.                Padilla, Jr. v. Phil. Producers Cooperative Marketing Assoc., Inc., GR 141256, July 15, 2005, 463 SCRA 480Necessity to file separate action, not mere motion, with RTC329.                Reyes v. Tang Soat Ing, GR 185620, Dec. 14, 2011, 662 SCRA 553		Submission of Case Digests Report-Lecture-Discussion Oral RecitationLibrary Computer/ Internet Books/Case LawsGrading of submitted Case Digests Report- Graded recitation
LO1717Remedy in case holder of certificate refuses to surrender duplicate330.                New Durawood Co., Inc. v. CA, GR 111732, Feb. 20, 1996Amendment and alteration of certificates not allowed after
entry; exceptionVenue of petitions for amendment and alteration of certificatesGrounds for petition for amendment and alteration of certificates331.                Paz v. Republic, GR 157367, Nov. 23, 2011, 661 SCRA 74Court actions on the petitionsLimitations on court’s authorityPetition that may be filed where owner’s duplicate not presentedPetitions or motions to be filed in the original registration caseProceedings under Section 108 summary in nature332.                Bagayas v. Bagayas, GR 187308 & 187517, Sept. 18, 2013, 706 SCRA 73Grounds for availment of relief under Section 108333.                City Government of Tagaytay v. Guerrero, GR 140734 & 140745, Sept. 17, 2009, 600 SCRA 33“Unanimity of parties”334.                Almirañez v. Devera, GR L-19496, Feb. 27, 1965, 13 SCRA 343Indispensable parties in action for cancellation of memorandum335.                Crisologo v. JEWM Agro-Industrial Corp., GR 196894, Mar. 3, 2014, 717 SCRA 644Provisions of Section 2 and Section 108 of PD 1529 distinguished336.                Ernesto Oppen, Inc. v. Compas, GR 203969, Oct. 21, 2015Notice and replacement of lost duplicate certificate337.                New Durawood Co., Inc. v. CA, GR 111732, Feb. 20, 1996, 253 SCRA 740RTC has jurisdiction over petitions for issuance of lost or stolen owner’s duplicate certificate of titleWhat constitutes sufficient notice338.                Office of Court Administrator v. Matas, AM RTJ-92-836, Aug. 2, 1995, 247 SCRA 9Fact of loss of duplicate certificate jurisdictional339.                Strait Times, Inc. v. CA, GR 126673, Aug. 28, 1998, 294 SCRA 714Section 109 of PD 1529 and RA 26 distinguishedActions for replacement under PD 1529 and reconstitution under RA 26 do not pass upon question of ownership of land340.                Heirs of Susana De Guzman Tuazon v. CA, GR 125758, Jan. 20, 2004, 420 SCRA 219Reconstitution of lost or destroyed original of Torrens titleJudicial reconstitution under RA 26Administrative reconstitution in RA 26; when availed ofReconstitution341.                Heirs of Ragua v. CA, GR 88521-22, 31 Jan. 2000, 324 SCRA 7Notice of hearings of petition for judicial reconstitutionReconstitution of lost or destroyed original Torrens titleNature and purpose of reconstitution proceedings342.                Angat v. Republic, GR 175788, June 30, 2009, 591 SCRA 364Requisites for an order of reconstitution to issue343.                Layos v. Fil-Estate Golf and Development, Inc., GR 150470, Aug. 6, 2008, 561 SCRA 75Jurisdictional requirements and procedures to be followedOwner’s duplicate copy as source for judicial reconstitutionCopies of the certificate of titleOwner’s duplicate of OCT/TCT as primary source for reconstitution344.                Republic v. Casimiro, GR 166139, June 20, 2006, 491 SCRA 499Owner’s duplicate OCT or TCT to be presented before the courtSources of reconstitution with respect to liens and encumbrances affecting lost or destroyed certificates of titleWhen notices to owners of adjoining
lots and actual occupants not
mandatory and jurisdictional345.                Puzon v. Sta. Lucia Realty and Development, Inc., GR 139518, Mar. 6, 2001, 353 SCRA 699Duty of petitioners to know their adjoining property owners346.                Tahanan Development Corp. v. CA, GR L-55771, Nov. 15, 1982, 118 SCRA 273Effect of failure to notify occupant of adjacent propertyPublication, posting and contents of the notice of Petition for ReconstitutionRequirements prior to the date of hearingContents of the notice347.                Republic v. Planes, GR 130433, Apr. 17, 2002, 430 Phil. 848Insufficient compliance with
requirements annuls proceedings348.                Alabang Development Corp. v. Valenzuela, GR L-54094, Aug. 30, 1982, 116 SCRA 261Rule on liberal construction of the Rules not applicable to land registration cases349.                Castillo v. Republic, GR 182980, June 22, 2011, 652 SCRA 600SCHEDULE OF FEES: SPECIAL FUNDFees payableFiling fees and docket fees distinguished350.                Dela Paz v. CA, GR 120150, Mar. 27, 2000, 328 SCRA 707Special AccountXII.  FORMS USED IN LAND REGISTRATION AND CONVEYANCINGForms in conveyancingSigning and sealing of the instrumentRequired location of signature merely directory351.                Quilala v. Alcantara, GR 132681, Dec. 3, 2001, 371 SCRA 311XIII. DEALINGS WITH UNREGISTERED LANDSRecording of instruments relating to unregistered landsXIV.     REGISTRATION OF CHATTEL MORTGAGESChattel mortgageRecording of chattel mortgagesChattel mortgage over motor vehicles; when mortgage is deemed binding upon third persons352.                Aleman v. De Catera, GR L-13693, Mar. 25, 1961, 1 SCRA 776Manner of recording chattel mortgagesRecording of a mortgageRD to certify officer’s return of sale upon mortgageFees for chattel mortgages, etc.Consulta353.                Doronila Resources Dev., Inc. v. CA, GR L-42956-57, Jan. 12, 1988, 157 SCRAProcedureConsulta, when applicableResolution on the consulta appealable to CAXVI.     FINAL PROVISIONS OF PD 15291.  Appropriation2.  Postage exemption3.  Effectivity of the law on property or land registration		Submission of Case Digests Report-Lecture-Discussion Oral RecitationLibrary Computer/ Internet Books/Case LawsGrading of submitted Case Digests Report- Graded recitation
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  1. STUDENT’S OUTPUTS

As evidence of attaining the above learning outcomes, the student is required to do and submit the following during the indicated dates of the term.

Learning OutcomeRequired Output
LO1Recitation
LO2Written Tests
LO3Case Digests
  1. COURSE REQUIREMENTS
  1. The student must regularly attend the class.
  2. Active participation in class discussion/oral recitation is required.
  3. Each student has to take and pass all formative (quizzes, written assignments, case digests, reports, etc.) and summative tests (midterm/final exams). Homework must be submitted the next meeting.
  1. GRADING SYSTEM

Rating periods. The students will be graded for two (2) periods within the semester (midterm and final rating periods) according to the following:

1.     Class Attendance                                                                                                          15%
2.     Participation in Class Discussion / Oral Recitation15%
3.     Individual Formative Tests, Homework, Case Digests15%
4.     Summative Examination (Midterm and Final Exams)55%
TOTAL100%

Final Grade. The students will be given their respective final grades based on their average grades (AGs) in the mid-grading period (1st half of the term) and in the final grading grade (2nd half). The midterm rating has a weight of 45% and the final grading period accounts for 55% of the final grade.

  • SCHOOL OF LAW AND GOVERNANCE JD GRADING SYSTEM:
NumberPercentage EquivalentDescriptionLetter Equivalent
1.0098 and aboveExcellent AA
1.2594 to <98
1.5090 to <94SuperiorB+
1.7586 to <90
2.0083 to <86Very Good BB
2.2580 to <83
2.5078 to <80GoodC+
2.7576 to <78
3.0075 to <76CompetentC
3.50Below 75FailF

Prepared and submitted by:

ATTY. ALVIN T. CLARIDADES

Approved by:

MARIA CONCEPCION S. NOCHE

Dean, UA&P Institute of Law

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