[Solved] A and B both Filipinos, are married. They bought a property but not covered by a title. They migrated to the USA and became American citizens. When they came back for vacation, they filed a petition for registration of the land. Will the petition prosper?

Q.	A and B both Filipinos, are married. They bought a property but not covered by a title. They migrated to the USA and became American citizens. When they came back for vacation, they filed a petition for registration of the land. Will the petition prosper?
A.	No, because they are now disqualified to own being aliens;
B.	Yes, because it is just a confirmation of imperfect or incomplete title;
C.	No, by reason public policy, that land in the Philippines is reserved for the Filipinos;
D.	No, in fact the State can even file an escheat proceeding.
Answer» B. Yes, because it is just a confirmation of imperfect or incomplete title;

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