Guam § 160 - Chapter to Benefit Victim not Offenders.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 160 — Chapter to Benefit Victim not Offenders., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 160. Chapter to Benefit Victim not Offenders.
The rights set out in this Chapter are strictly for the benefit of victims
and witnesses and not defendants or perpetrators. A defendant shall have no
standing to raise any objections to the applicability of the provisions of this
Chapter other than to request a continuance at hearing or trial; provided,
however, that the violation of any provision of this Chapter or the failure of
the court or a prosecutor to comply with such provisions shall not be
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grounds for appeal or for reconsideration by the court.
Source: official Guam text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 160
What does Guam Code Annotated § 160 cover?
Section 160 ("Chapter to Benefit Victim not Offenders.") 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 § 160?
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