Guam § 21120 - Priority of Proceedings for Recovery of Possession.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 21120 — Priority of Proceedings for Recovery of Possession., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 21120. Priority of Proceedings for Recovery of Possession.
In all proceedings brought to recover the possession of real property
pursuant to the provisions of this Chapter, all courts, wherein such actions
are or may hereafter be pending, shall give such actions precedence over all
other civil actions therein, except actions to which special precedence is
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given by law, in the matter of the setting the same for hearing or trial, and in
hearing the same, to the end that all such actions shall be quickly heard and
determined.
Source: official Guam text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 21120
What does Guam Code Annotated § 21120 cover?
Section 21120 ("Priority of Proceedings for Recovery of Possession.") 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 § 21120?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 21120" (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?
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How does Guam § 21120 apply to my situation?
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