Guam § 5103 - Jurisdiction.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 5103 — Jurisdiction., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5103. Jurisdiction.
Except as otherwise provided herein, the court shall have
exclusive jurisdiction in proceedings:
(a) Concerning any child living or found within Guam:
(1) who is neglected as to proper or necessary
support or education as required by law, remedial,
psychiatric, psychological or other care necessary for
his well-being; or who is abandoned by his parent or
other custodian;
(2) whose occupation, behavior, condition,
environment, or association is such as to injure or
endanger his welfare or that of others;
(3) who is beyond the control of his parent or other
custodian;
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(4) who is alleged to have violated any Guam law;
provided, that, the Family Division shall not have
jurisdiction with respect to any child sixteen (16) years
of age or older who is alleged to have committed any
offense under the Vehicle Code (16 GCA) if such
offense is within the jurisdiction of the Traffic Division
of this Court; and
(5) who is an habitual truant as defined by 17 GCA
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 5103
What does Guam Code Annotated § 5103 cover?
Section 5103 ("Jurisdiction.") 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 § 5103?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 5103" (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 § 5103 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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