Practice question
An LGU argues 424's patrimonial classification makes a stipulated applicable special-law restriction legally irrelevant. The special restriction validly governs the proposed transaction. Which is correct?
- Every special restriction is automatically void.
- The article expressly preserves applicable special laws rather than making the classification an exemption from them.
- Only the sale price can determine whether a statute applies.
- A local official may repeal the special law orally.
- Patrimonial property has no legal owner.
Legal references
- Civil Code Articles418-425 and428: https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra1949/ra_386_1949.html
- LGC Section22, corporate powers and contracting authority: https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra1991/ra_7160_1991.html
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