Guam § 1715 - Executor Who Removes From Guam: Effect of Service; Time

Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 1715 — Executor Who Removes From Guam: Effect of Service; Time, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 1715. Executor Who Removes From Guam: Effect of Service; Time

to Answer.

Service made under the provisions of Section 1713 of this Title

upon an executor who has removed from and resides without Guam shall

have the same legal force and validity as if service had been made

personally within Guam; provided, however, that when a summons and

complaint are thusly served upon such executor, he may appear and

answer the complaint within thirty (30) calendar days from the date of

service; and provided further, that such notice of motion must be served

upon such executor at least thirty (30) calendar days in advance of the

date of the hearing on the motion, and that no such hearing shall go

forward unless it is proved to the satisfaction of the Superior Court of

Guam that due notice of the hearing has been given.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 1715

What does Guam Code Annotated § 1715 cover?

Section 1715 ("Executor Who Removes From Guam: Effect of Service; Time") 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 § 1715?

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Is this the official text of Guam law?

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How does Guam § 1715 apply to my situation?

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