Guam § 20125 - When Judge is to Assess Damages to the Defendant.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 20125 — When Judge is to Assess Damages to the Defendant., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20125. When Judge is to Assess Damages to the Defendant.
If the judgment is in favor of the defendant and it appears that the
arrest was wrongful or without sufficient cause, the plaintiff, upon order of
the court, and in addition to the payment of all costs which may be adjudged
to the defendant shall indemnify the defendant for all damages he may
sustain by reason of such arrest but such damages shall not be less than one
hundred dollars ($100.00).
Source: official Guam text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 20125
What does Guam Code Annotated § 20125 cover?
Section 20125 ("When Judge is to Assess Damages to the Defendant.") 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 § 20125?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 20125" (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 § 20125 apply to my situation?
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