Can Dismissed Criminal Charges Be Refiled?
Learn when dismissed criminal charges may be refiled in the Philippines and when double jeopardy permanently bars another prosecution.
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How Can Executives Secure a Precautionary Hold Departure Order?
Learn how prosecutors may secure a precautionary hold departure order against executives suspected of fleeing the Philippines before criminal charges are filed.
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Can Preferred Shares Be Used to Dilute Voting Power?
Learn when Philippine shareholders may challenge preferred-share issuances that dilute voting power and what corporate remedies may be available.
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Can the Government Expropriate Part of a Commercial Building?
Learn how Philippine law values a partially expropriated commercial building and compensates owners for severance damages after road widening.
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Can a Foreign Corporation Hold a Philippine Real Estate Mortgage?
Can a foreign corporation mortgage Philippine land? Learn the rules on foreign banks, foreclosure auctions, possession, and land ownership restrictions.
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What Is the Regalian Doctrine in Philippine Public Land Law?
The Regalian Doctrine presumes that public land belongs to the State unless alienable status and private ownership are clearly proven.
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How Can Foreigners Use Long-Term Leases to Hold Philippine Real Estate?
Learn how foreign investors may use Philippine long-term leases, including the 99-year limit, registration rules, project conditions, and ownership restrictions.
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What Is the Maximum Land Area a Former Filipino Can Own?
Former natural-born Filipinos may own Philippine private land subject to limits of 1,000 square meters, one hectare, 5,000 square meters, or three hectares.
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Can Dual Citizens Own Land in the Philippines?
Can dual citizens own Philippine land? Learn how R.A. No. 9225 affects private land ownership, public land limits, and citizenship requirements.
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How Can Private Corporations Acquire Lands of the Public Domain?
Philippine corporations cannot own alienable public lands but may lease them under constitutional limits. Learn the rules on private land and registration.
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