Guam § 1531 - No Contest Permitted as to Foreign Will if Admitted
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 1531 — No Contest Permitted as to Foreign Will if Admitted, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1531. No Contest Permitted as to Foreign Will if Admitted
Elsewhere.
Notwithstanding any other provision of law, if it appears from the
order or decree referred to in Section 1511 of this Title, or if it be
otherwise proved in cases in which there is no such order or decree, that
a will has been admitted to probate in a State or another United States
territory, or established or proved in accordance with the laws thereof, in
a proceeding in which all interested parties were given notice and an
opportunity for contest and in which the determination has become final,
is not subject to revocation, and is based upon a finding that the decedent
was domiciled at death in that State or United States territory, and that it
was valid according to the law of Guam, no contest shall be permitted
either before or after admission to probate and such will shall be
admitted to probate and have the same force and effect as a will first
admitted to probate in Guam, and letters testamentary or of
administration with the will annexed shall be granted thereon to the
petitioner.
Source: official Guam text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 1531
What does Guam Code Annotated § 1531 cover?
Section 1531 ("No Contest Permitted as to Foreign Will if Admitted") 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 § 1531?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 1531" (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 § 1531 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.
Sources & Verification
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