Guam § 12114 - Applicable Rules of Law and Evidence.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 12114 — Applicable Rules of Law and Evidence., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12114. Applicable Rules of Law and Evidence.
In the trial and determination of election contests, the Court shall be
governed by the rules of law and evidence governing the determination of
questions of law and fact, so far as the same may be applicable. It may
dismiss the proceedings if the statement of the cause of the contest is
insufficient, or for want of prosecution.
The Guam Election Commission is authorized to void any already
certified election results if it determines through its own investigation the
need to certify anew upon recount, retabulation, or following an
investigation of an election.
Source: official Guam text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 12114
What does Guam Code Annotated § 12114 cover?
Section 12114 ("Applicable Rules of Law and Evidence.") 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 § 12114?
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Is this the official text of Guam law?
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How does Guam § 12114 apply to my situation?
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