Article 1147

RA 386 · Civil Code of the Philippines

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Cases for forcible entry or unlawful detainer (evicting someone who took or is holding property illegally) and for defamation must be filed within one year.

Official text — RA 386

The following actions must be filed within one year:

(1) For forcible entry and detainer;

(2) For defamation. (n)

Source: lawphil.net (RA 386 as amended)

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