Guam § 1608 - Charges for Publications; Fee Distribution.
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§ 1608. Charges for Publications; Fee Distribution.
(a) All funds required to pay for printing the publications
published by the Compiler of Laws or printed by him or her at
the request of other government entities shall be taken from the
proceeds from sales of publications, appropriations of I
Liheslaturan Guåhan or by transfer from the funds of the
requesting agencies.
(b) Except as provided in Subsection (c), below, the
Compiler of Laws shall charge a fee for any publications and
printing jobs undertaken by the office. Such fees shall be
established and approved by the Judicial Council upon
submission by the Compiler of Laws as approved by the Chief
Justice of the Supreme Court of Guam.
(c) The Compiler of Laws shall furnish legal publications of
the office or its licensees free of charge to the following public
officials for official use:
All Senators of I Liheslaturan Guåhan;
The Clerk of I Liheslaturan Guåhan;
I Maga’lahen Guåhan;
I Segundu na Maga’lahen Guåhan;
Justices of the Supreme Court of Guam;
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Judges of the Superior Court of Guam;
Guam’s Delegate to the United States House of
Representatives;
Department and agency heads of the government of Guam;
Office of the Attorney General;
Office of Public Accountability; and
Such agencies of state, territorial, trust territory, and local
governments, which provide their publications free of
charge to Guam.
All other persons shall be required to pay for publications in
accordance with the fee schedule established and approved by
the Judicial Council of Guam.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 1608
What does Guam Code Annotated § 1608 cover?
Section 1608 ("Charges for Publications; Fee Distribution.") 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 § 1608?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 1608" (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 § 1608 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.
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