Guam § 20204 - Security on the Part of the Plaintiff, and Proceedings in

Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 20204 — Security on the Part of the Plaintiff, and Proceedings in, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 20204. Security on the Part of the Plaintiff, and Proceedings in

Serving the Order.

Upon a receipt of the affidavit and notice, with a written undertaking,

executed by two or more sufficient sureties, approved by the court, to the

effect that they are bound to the defendant in double the value of the

property as stated in the affidavit for the prosecution of the action, for the

return of the property to the defendants, if return thereof be adjudged, and

for the payment to him of such sum as may from any cause be recovered

against the plaintiff, the marshal must forthwith take the property described

in the affidavit, if it be in the possession of the defendants or his agent, and

retain it in his custody. He must, without delay, serve on the defendant a

copy of the affidavit, notice and undertaking, by delivering the same to him

personally, if he can be found, or to his agent from whose possession the

property is taken; or, if neither can be found, by leaving them at the usual

place of abode of either, with some person of suitable age and discretion, or

the commissioner of the district.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 20204

What does Guam Code Annotated § 20204 cover?

Section 20204 ("Security on the Part of the Plaintiff, and Proceedings in") 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 § 20204?

A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 20204" (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 § 20204 apply to my situation?

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