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Title
Salvacion vs. Central Bank of the Philippines
Facts:
Issue:
The main issue raised in the case is whether Section 113 of Central
Bank Circular No. 960, which exempts foreign currency deposits
from attachment or garnishment, should apply to Bartelli, a foreign
transient.
Ruling:
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of the petitioners, stating that they
deserved the damages awarded to them by the trial court. Although
the Supreme Court has no original and exclusive jurisdiction over a
petition for declaratory relief, it can be treated as a petition for
mandamus when it has far-reaching implications and raises
important questions.
Ratio: