Guam § 5118 - Procedure for Prosecution of Adults.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 5118 — Procedure for Prosecution of Adults., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5118. Procedure for Prosecution of Adults.
All provisions of this Chapter relative to procedure in cases
of children, when not inconsistent with provisions of law relating
to the conduct of adult cases, shall so far as practicable also apply
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to cases against adults brought under § 5116 of this Chapter. With
the consent of the defendant, the court may make preliminary
investigation and may make such adjustment as is practicable. On
the request of the court, or on his own initiative, the Attorney
General shall prepare and prosecute any case within the purview
of § 5116 of this Chapter.
Upon conviction in any case the court shall have power to
impose sentence as provided by law; it may suspend sentence or
the execution thereof and place the defendant on probation, and
may by order impose such duty upon him as shall be deemed by
the court to be for the best interests of the child or other persons
concerned. The court may require the defendants to give security
by bond, with surety or sureties approved by the court for
compliance of such order.
Source: official Guam text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 5118
What does Guam Code Annotated § 5118 cover?
Section 5118 ("Procedure for Prosecution of Adults.") 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 § 5118?
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Is this the official text of Guam law?
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How does Guam § 5118 apply to my situation?
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