Guam § 15801 - Suing a Party by a Fictitious Name.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 15801 — Suing a Party by a Fictitious Name., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15801. Suing a Party by a Fictitious Name.
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When the plaintiff is ignorant of the name of a defendant, he
must state that fact in the complaint, and such defendant may be
designated in any pleading or proceeding by any name, and when
his true name is discovered, the pleading or proceeding must be
amended accordingly.
Source: official Guam text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 15801
What does Guam Code Annotated § 15801 cover?
Section 15801 ("Suing a Party by a Fictitious Name.") 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 § 15801?
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Is this the official text of Guam law?
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How does Guam § 15801 apply to my situation?
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