Guam § 14112 - Protection and Relief from Liability.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 14112 — Protection and Relief from Liability., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14112. Protection and Relief from Liability.
(a) Advance Decisions from the Comptroller. The contracting and
procurement officers may submit to the Comptroller for advance decision,
any question which affects the award of public contracts and which requires
a determination prior to award.
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(b) A certifying or disbursing officer or the head of an agency may
request an opinion concerning the propriety of a certification or
disbursement.
(c) If doubts remain and the amount is in excess of One Hundred
Dollars ($100.00), request a decision from the Comptroller.
(d) If the amount is less than One Hundred Dollars ($100.00), request
advice from government of Guam Accounting Office. If doubts remain,
seek advice from the Comptroller.
(e) The liability of accountable officers is statutory. Agencies cannot
shield officers from liability through devices such as Memoranda of
Understanding.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 14112
What does Guam Code Annotated § 14112 cover?
Section 14112 ("Protection and Relief from Liability.") 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 § 14112?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 14112" (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 § 14112 apply to my situation?
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