Guam § 11405 - Death Before Expiration of Limitation.

Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 11405 — Death Before Expiration of Limitation., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 11405. Death Before Expiration of Limitation.

If a person entitled to bring an action dies before the expiration of the time limited for the

commencement thereof, and the cause of action survives, an action may be commenced by his

representative, after the expiration of that time, and within six (6) months from his death. If a person against

whom an action may be brought dies before the expiration of the time limited for the commencement

thereof, and the cause of action survives, an action may be commenced against his representatives, after the

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expiration of that time, and within one (1) year after the issuing of letters testamentary or of administration,

or an action against the estate provided for by 15 GCA § 2523 may be commenced within one (1) year after

the expiration of the time otherwise limited for the commencement thereof.

Source: official Guam text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 11405

What does Guam Code Annotated § 11405 cover?

Section 11405 ("Death Before Expiration of Limitation.") 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 § 11405?

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Is this the official text of Guam law?

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How does Guam § 11405 apply to my situation?

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