Penalizing Illegal Transfer of Agricultural Land

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Commonwealth Act No. 310: Penalizing Illegal Transfer of Agricultural Land

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Title Supreme Court: Penalizing Illegal Transfer of Agricultural Land

Law: Commonwealth Act No. 310

Decision Date: Jun 9, 1938

Commonwealth Act No. 310 is a Philippine law enacted to penalize the transfer of private agricultural land to ineligible individuals or entities, aiming to protect agricultural land and ensure its proper use for agricultural production, with violators facing fines and imprisonment as deterrents.

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Penal Provisions and Penalties

Violators of this law are subject to penalties that may include:
- A fine ranging from five hundred pesos to one thousand pesos.
- Imprisonment from six months to one year.
- The court has the discretion to impose either or both penalties.

Effective Date

The Act takes effect immediately upon its approval.

Legal Implications

The law ensures compliance with constitutional restrictions regarding ownership and possession of land in the Philippines.
It serves to prevent unauthorized acquisition of private agricultural lands by disqualified entities as defined by the Constitution.
It emphasizes accountability by penalizing not only direct transferors but also those who cooperate or assist in such acts.

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