Guam § 1303 - Officer in Charge at Scene of Fire.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 1303 — Officer in Charge at Scene of Fire., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1303. Officer in Charge at Scene of Fire.
The Officer of the Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Unit at the scene of any fire shall have full power
and authority to direct the operation of extinguishing the same and to take the necessary precautions to
prevent the spread thereof. In the course of such operations he may prohibit approach to such fire by any
person, vehicle, aircraft or thing, and may remove or cause to be removed and kept away from such fire
any vehicle, aircraft or thing, and all persons not actually and usefully employed, in the judgment of said
Officer, in the extinguishing of such fire or the preservation of property in the vicinity thereof.
Source: official Guam text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 1303
What does Guam Code Annotated § 1303 cover?
Section 1303 ("Officer in Charge at Scene of Fire.") 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 § 1303?
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Is this the official text of Guam law?
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How does Guam § 1303 apply to my situation?
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