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Practice question: Possession

Multiple Choice Medium

Practice question

A possessor initially unaware of a title defect later learns facts conclusively showing that the possession is wrongful. Does the initial good faith necessarily continue?
  1. Yes, good faith can never change
  2. No, Article 528 recognizes loss of good faith from the moment the relevant awareness is shown
  3. Yes, unless the possessor voluntarily leaves
  4. No, but only after the possessor signs a confession
  5. Yes, because all title defects are irrelevant

Legal references

  • Civil Code Articles 523–549: https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra1949/ra_386_1949.html

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