In Trinca v Ida, the dismissal motu proprio for failure to comply with barangay conciliation was proper?

• A. Yes, because barangay conciliation is a precondition.
• B. No, it should be dismissed for lack of jurisdiction.
• C. The dismissal was not proper; non-compliance with barangay conciliation is non-jurisdictional and waivable when not objected promptly.
• D. The result depends on the judge's discretion.

Answer: (C)