Guam § 102 - Effective Date of Statutes.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 102 — Effective Date of Statutes., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 102. Effective Date of Statutes.
(a) Every law enacted by the Guam Legislature shall go into effect at midnight of the day of its
approval by the Governor, unless otherwise provided therein.
(b) If a bill passed by the Legislature becomes a law without the signature of the Governor by lying
before him for ten (10) days (Sundays excepted) while the Legislature is in session, such a law shall go into
effect at midnight on the last of such ten (10) days, unless otherwise provided therein.
(c) If a bill passed by the Legislature becomes law notwithstanding the objections of the Governor,
such law shall go into effect at midnight of the day on which it was passed by the Legislature upon
reconsideration by a vote of not less than two-thirds of all members of the Legislature, unless otherwise
provided therein.
(d) The effective date of Resolutions of the Legislature which, by their terms, authorize any act or
confirm any action taken, shall be at midnight of the day such Resolutions are passed by the Legislature,
unless otherwise provided therein.
(e) The effective date of Executive Orders shall be at midnight of the day such Executive Orders are
issued by the Governor and transmitted by him to the Speaker of I Liheslaturan Guåhan and the Compiler
of Laws, with the exception of those Executive Orders declaring a state of emergency, which shall also be
transmitted but effective as indicated in the Executive Order.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 102
What does Guam Code Annotated § 102 cover?
Section 102 ("Effective Date of Statutes.") 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 § 102?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 102" (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 § 102 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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