G.R. No. 155491 - Smart Communications, Inc. vs. City of Davao

Smart Communications, Inc. vs. City of Davao

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Title Supreme Court: Smart Communications, Inc. vs. City of Davao

Case: G.R. No. 155491

Decision Date: Jul 21, 2009

Smart Communications challenged Davao City's local franchise tax, claiming exemption under its franchise's "in lieu of all taxes" clause and RA 7925. The Supreme Court ruled against Smart, upholding local taxing authority and strict construction of tax exemptions.

local franchise tax

tax exemption

constitutional prohibition

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