Guam § 101 - Scope and Citation of Code.
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§ 101. Scope and Citation of Code.
(a) The laws embraced in this Code constitute the “Guam Codes Annotated”. The laws as set out in
this Code and in any then-current supplement as certified by the Compiler of Laws establish the permanent
laws of Guam relating to and in force in Guam, other than the general and permanent laws of the United
States that relate to or apply to Guam, on the date specified in this Code or applicable Supplement by the
Compiler of Laws. The same are legal evidence of those laws in all of the courts of the United States, its
territories, possessions, and commonwealths, the District of Columbia, and the several states, and in Guam.
This Code is divided into Titles, each Title containing the laws relating to one subject. Annotations and
comments are not part of the law.
(b) This Code may be cited by the abbreviations ‘GCA,’ preceded by the number of the Title and
followed by the number of the section, chapter or part of the Title referenced. For example, this Section is
cited as ‘1 GCA § 101(b).’
(c) Titles of the Guam Code Annotated published by the Compiler of Laws shall be the official
publication of the codified laws of Guam. On the Title page of each Title, the Compiler of Laws shall
indicate the last date on which new Public Laws were included in that Title of the Guam Code Annotated.
Titles so published shall be prima facie evidence of the laws of Guam in effect on the date indicated on the
Title page; provided, however, if a variance not authorized by this Chapter is found in a published Title,
then the public law, as signed by I Maga’lahi, last adding, repealing or amending the appropriate statutory
matter shall be the correct law of Guam and the Compiler of Laws shall make the necessary corrections to
the Guam Code Annotated.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 101
What does Guam Code Annotated § 101 cover?
Section 101 ("Scope and Citation of Code.") 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 § 101?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 101" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Guam official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Guam attorney.
How does Guam § 101 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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