Guam § 26713 - Action Against Officers for Official Acts.

Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 26713 — Action Against Officers for Official Acts., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 26713. Action Against Officers for Official Acts.

If an action is brought against any officer or person for an act, for the

doing of which he had theretofore received any valid bond or covenant of

indemnity, and he gives seasonable notice thereof in writing to the persons

who executed such bond or covenant, and permits them to conduct the

defense of such action, the judgment recovered therein is conclusive

evidence against the persons so notified; and the court may, on motion of the

defendant, upon notice of five days, and upon proof of such bond or

covenant, and of such notice and permission, enter judgment against them

for the amount so recovered and costs.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 26713

What does Guam Code Annotated § 26713 cover?

Section 26713 ("Action Against Officers for Official Acts.") 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 § 26713?

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Is this the official text of Guam law?

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How does Guam § 26713 apply to my situation?

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