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Collegiate Courts: Court of Tax Appeals - R.A. No. 1125, as amended by R.A. No. 9282 and R.A. No. 9503

Scenario 1:

Mr. Garcia, a taxpayer, filed an appeal with the Court of Tax Appeals (CTA) challenging the assessment made by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) on his income tax liabilities. The CTA rendered a decision in favor of Mr. Garcia, ruling that the assessment was erroneous. However, the BIR filed a motion for reconsideration, arguing that the CTA did not have jurisdiction over the case.

1. Discuss the jurisdiction of the Court of Tax Appeals. Explain the laws that grant it the authority to decide tax-related cases. (10 points)
2. Resolve the issue raised by the BIR regarding the jurisdiction of the CTA over Mr. Garcia's case. (5 points)

Scenario 2:

A conflict arose between two government entities, the Department of Finance (DOF) and the Bureau of Customs (BOC), regarding the interpretation and application of certain customs duties and taxes. The DOF believes that the BOC misinterpreted the law, resulting in an undercollection of taxes. They filed a petition before the Court of Tax Appeals (CTA) to resolve the issue.

1. Discuss the powers and functions of the Court of Tax Appeals in resolving conflicts involving tax-related issues between government entities. (10 points)
2. Analyze the jurisdiction of the CTA over the case filed by the DOF against the BOC. Determine if the CTA has the authority to adjudicate the dispute and provide the legal basis for your answer. (5 points)

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