Civil Law, 2017 Bar — Question II-A

ESSAY

In 1960, Rigor and Mike occupied two separate but adjacent tracts of land in Mindoro. Rigor's tract was classified as timber land while Mike's was classified as agricultural land. Each of them fenced and cultivated his own tract continuously for 30 years. In 1991, the Government declared the land occupied by Mike as alienable and disposable, and the one cultivated by Rigor as no longer intended for public use or public service. Rigor and Mike now come to you today for legal advice in asserting their right of ownership of their respective lands based on their long possession and occupation since 1960. (a) What are the legal consequences of the 1991 declarations of the Government respecting the lands? Explain your answer. (2%)

You can write freely without an account. Sign in to reveal the suggested answer and track your progress.