Title
Gacad, Jr. vs. Corpuz
Case
G.R. No. 216107
Decision Date
Aug 3, 2022
Petitioner sought probate of a will in Nueva Vizcaya, but the RTC dismissed it motu proprio for improper venue, as decedent resided in Marikina. SC ruled venue objections must be raised by parties, not the court, and reinstated the petition.
Long 25 min
1.5x of typical case length

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