Guam § 1606 - Powers of the Compiler of Laws Relative to Revision.

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§ 1606. Powers of the Compiler of Laws Relative to Revision.

In preparing the Guam Code Annotated, the Guam

Administrative Rules and Regulations, court reports and other

publications of the Office, the Compiler of Laws may:

(a) Number and renumber chapters, sections and parts

of sections;

(b) Rearrange sections so that they fit harmoniously

within the publication being prepared;

(c) Change reference numbers to agree with

renumbered chapters, parts, or sections;

(d) Substitute the proper selection or chapter numbers

for the terms ‘the preceding section’, ‘this act’, and like

terms;

(e) Strike out figures where they are merely a repetition

of written words;

(f) Change capitalization for the purposes of

uniformity; and

(g) Correct manifest clerical errors or typographical

errors.

Source: official Guam text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 1606

What does Guam Code Annotated § 1606 cover?

Section 1606 ("Powers of the Compiler of Laws Relative to Revision.") 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 § 1606?

A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 1606" (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 § 1606 apply to my situation?

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