Guam § 2515 - Debts of Surviving Spouse; Liability of Community

Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 2515 — Debts of Surviving Spouse; Liability of Community, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 2515. Debts of Surviving Spouse; Liability of Community

Property; Claims; Contents.

If any community property is administered in the estate, the

surviving spouse or the personal representative or guardian of the estate

of the surviving spouse may file a claim against the estate for the

payment of the debts of the surviving spouse for which the community

property is liable. Such claim must be filed prior to the filing of a petition

for final distribution. It shall include a statement whether the debts

remain unpaid or have been paid by the surviving spouse. It shall also

include an inventory of the separate property of the surviving spouse and

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any community property not administered in the estate and a statement of

the value of the property less the amount of the liens and encumbrances

upon the property as of the date of death of the deceased spouse. The

statement may identify any property which is exempt from execution.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 2515

What does Guam Code Annotated § 2515 cover?

Section 2515 ("Debts of Surviving Spouse; Liability of Community") 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 § 2515?

A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 2515" (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 § 2515 apply to my situation?

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