Guam § 4404 - Subpoena Powers.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 4404 — Subpoena Powers., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4404. Subpoena Powers.
The Chairperson of the Civil Service Commission or the Executive Director, upon his own initiative,
upon the request of any member of the Commission, or upon the request of any party before the
Commission, may summon in writing any person to attend before a meeting of the Commission as a witness
and in a proper case, to bring with him any book, record or paper which may be deemed material as evidence
in the case.
(a) The fees for such attendance shall be the same as the fees of witnesses before the Superior Court,
except that if the witness is a government employee no witness fees shall be given.
(b) The subpoena shall issue in the name of the Civil Service Commission, and shall be directed to the
person and shall be served in the same manner as subpoenas to appear and testify before the court.
(c) If any person or persons summoned to testify shall refuse or neglect to obey said subpoena, upon
petition, the court may
(1) compel the attendance of such person or persons before the Commission, or
(2) punish said person or persons for contempt in the same manner provided by law for securing
the attendance of witnesses or their punishment for neglect or refusal to attend in the Superior Court.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 4404
What does Guam Code Annotated § 4404 cover?
Section 4404 ("Subpoena Powers.") 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 § 4404?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 4404" (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 § 4404 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.
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