Guam § 40 - Bail Redetermination Hearing; When; Procedure.
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§ 40. Bail Redetermination Hearing; When; Procedure.
(a) A person for whom conditions of release are imposed
pursuant to this Chapter, and who after twenty-four (24) hours
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from the time of release hearing continues to be detained as a
result of his inability to meet the conditions of release, shall,
upon application, be entitled to have the conditions reviewed by
the Court. The conditions are to be reviewed by the judge or
magistrate who imposed them, or by another judge. Unless the
conditions of release are amended and the person is thereupon
released, the judge or magistrate shall set forth in writing the
reasons for requiring the conditions imposed.
(b) A person who is ordered released pursuant to this
Chapter on the condition that he return to custody after specified
hours shall, upon application, be entitled to a review by the judge
who imposed the condition. Unless the requirement is removed
and the person is thereupon released on another condition, the
judge shall set forth in writing the reasons for continuing the
requirement.
(c) Notwithstanding the provisions of Subsections (a) and
(b), if the judge who imposed conditions of release is not
available, any other judge may review such conditions.
(d) If conditions of release are imposed by a magistrate
pursuant to §4401, Title 7 of the Guam Code Annotated, any
judge may review such conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 40
What does Guam Code Annotated § 40 cover?
Section 40 ("Bail Redetermination Hearing; When; Procedure.") 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 § 40?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 40" (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 § 40 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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