Category Archives: Writ of Mandamus

Can the mayor be compelled by writ of mandamus to perform discretionary function?

Posted on July 31, 2015 by Erineus

The crux of the instant controversy is whether respondent mayor can be compelled by a writ of mandamus to grant petitioners application for a renewal of a business permit to operate an arrastre service at the Municipal Port of Hilongos … Continue reading →

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Mandamus is a proper remedy to compel the issuance of a writ of possession

Posted on February 25, 2012 by Erineus

We rule that mandamus is a proper remedy to compel the issuance of a writ of possession.  The purpose of mandamus is to compel the performance of a ministerial duty.  A ministerial act is “one which an officer or tribunal … Continue reading →

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