Title
Municipality of Tangkal, Lanao del Norte vs. Balindong
Case
G.R. No. 193340
Decision Date
Jan 11, 2017
Heirs of Macalabo Alompo sued Municipality of Tangkal for land recovery; Shari'a Court lacked jurisdiction as municipality isn't a Muslim entity. Supreme Court ruled in favor of Tangkal, citing separation of Church and State.
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