Guam § 161 - Recovery from Offender.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 161 — Recovery from Offender., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 161. Recovery from Offender.
Whenever any person is convicted of an offense that includes
any crime enumerated in Section 161.55 of this Chapter and an
order for the payment of compensation is or has been made under
this Chapter for injury or death resulting from the act or omission
constituting such offense, the Commission may institute a
derivative action in the Superior Court against the person or
against any person liable at law on his or her behalf, in the name
of the victim or such of his or her dependents as have been
awarded compensation under this Chapter, for such damages as
may be recoverable at common law by the victim or such
dependents without reference to the payment of compensation.
The court shall have jurisdiction to hear, determine and render
judgment in any such action. The time of the occurrence of the act
or omission until conviction of the offense and, thereafter, as long
as the offender is in confinement for conviction of the offense,
shall not constitute any part of the time limited for the
commencement of the action by the Commission under the
applicable statute of limitations. Any recovery in the action shall
belong to the government of Guam; provided, that the
Commission shall amend its order of compensation to provide for
the payment of any portion of the recovery in excess of the amount
of compensation prescribed in the order to any of the persons
entitled to receive compensation under Section 161.50 of this
Chapter in such proportions and upon such terms as the
Commission shall deem appropriate.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 161
What does Guam Code Annotated § 161 cover?
Section 161 ("Recovery from Offender.") 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 § 161?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 161" (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 § 161 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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