Guam § 2205 - Children.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 2205 — Children., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2205. Children.
A child shall be eligible for public assistance who:
(a) Is in need and has not sufficient income or other resources to provide care and support
compatible with decency and health;
(b) Has not attained the age of eighteen (18) years, or if enrolled as a high school student, has not
attained the age of nineteen (19) years;
(c) Is deprived of parental support or suitable care by reason of the death, continued absence from
home, physical or mental incapacity or cruelty, neglect or depravity on the part of a parent, or by the
unemployment of his father, the term “unemployment” being defined by the Federal Social Security
Act, as amended, (42 U.S.C. §607); and
(d) Is living in a home with his father, mother, grandfather, grandmother, brother, sister,
stepfather, stepmother, stepbrother, stepsister, uncle, aunt, first cousin, nephew or niece, in a place of
residence maintained by such relative as his own home.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 2205
What does Guam Code Annotated § 2205 cover?
Section 2205 ("Children.") is part of the Guam Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Guam. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Guam § 2205?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 2205" (Guam). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Guam law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Guam official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Guam attorney.
How does Guam § 2205 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Guam can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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