Questions and Answers
What was the core controversy in the case?
A parcel of land, Lot No. 38-B.
Who filed the complaint against whom?
The Spouses Baguispas were the original owners of Lot No. 38-B.
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Myrna Pasco filed a complaint for annulment of TCT and recovery of ownership in the _____ Court.
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What is the area of Lot No. 38-B?
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What was the price agreed upon for Lot No. 38-B?
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Isabel executed an affidavit of self-adjudication more than one year after Antonio's death.
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What did the RTC declare regarding TCT No. T-62536?
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Study Notes
Case Overview
- The Petition for Review on Certiorari involves Myrna C. Pasco (petitioner) against Isabel Cuenca, Romeo M. Ytang, Jr., and Esther C. Ytang (respondents).
- The case number is G.R. No. 214319, with a decision rendered on November 04, 2020.
Background of the Dispute
- The controversy centers on Lot No. 38-B in Katipunan, Zamboanga del Norte, measuring 336 square meters.
- Originally registered under spouses Antonio Baguispas and Isabel Cuenca-Baguispas (TCT No. T-12461).
- Myrna Pasco filed a complaint on September 9, 1999, for annulment of TCT, deed of sale, recovery of ownership, and damages.
Claims by Myrna Pasco
- In June 1986, the Spouses Baguispas offered to sell Lot No. 38-B to Pasco for ₱50,000, and they executed a notarized Deed of Sale on July 1, 1986.
- After Antonio's death in March 1987, Isabel executed an affidavit of self-adjudication and transferred the title to her name without Pasco's knowledge.
- Isabel sold the property to the Spouses Ytang, registering it under TCT No. T-62536.
Legal Action and Respondents' Defense
- Pasco contended TCT No. T-62536 was spurious and sought its cancellation along with the affidavit and deed of sale as null and void.
- Respondents claimed the sale to Pasco was fictitious and intended only to secure a loan with the Social Security System.
- They alleged that Isabel later requested Pasco to execute a deed of conveyance, which Pasco refused.
Ruling of the Regional Trial Court (RTC)
- On May 31, 2010, the RTC ruled in favor of Pasco, declaring TCT No. T-62536 and the subsequent Deed of Sale as null and void.
- Courts recognized Pasco as the legitimate owner of Lot 38-B and ordered the reinstatement of TCT No. T-12461 under the original owners.
Key Legal Principles
- The case emphasizes the importance of lawful ownership and genuine consideration in property transactions.
- The ruling highlights the legal consequences of self-adjudication without proper authority or knowledge of interested parties.
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This quiz examines the legal case of Myrna C. Pasco against Isabel Cuenca and others regarding the ownership of Lot No. 38-B in Zamboanga del Norte. It delves into the background of the dispute, claims made by Pasco, and the surrounding legal issues involved in the proceedings.
