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White Light V Manila Issue 2
White Light V Manila Issue 2
No
all previous cases on motel regulation were about morals. Same goes here
no wholesale ban here
test of valid ordinance
o (1) must not contravene the Constitution or any statute; (2) must not be unfair or
oppressive; (3) must not be partial or discriminatory; (4) must not prohibit but may
regulate trade; (5) must be general and consistent with public policy; and (6) must not
be unreasonable
Police power
o while incapable of an exact definition, has been purposely veiled in general terms to
underscore its comprehensiveness to meet all exigencies and provide enough room for
an efficient and flexible response as the conditions warrant.
o Police power is based upon the concept of necessity of the State and its corresponding
right to protect itself and its people.
o Police power has been used as justification for numerous and varied actions by the
State. These range from the regulation of dance halls, movie theaters, gas and cockpits
Means used by PP must still align with consti