Guam § 31 - Surety for Support.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 31 — Surety for Support., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 31. Surety for Support.
(a) If at any time before sentencing under any prosecution
pursuant to § 31.45, the defendant appears before the court and
enters into any undertaking with sufficient sureties in such penal
sum as the court may fix, to be approved by the court, and
conditioned that the defendant will pay to the person having
custody of such spouse, child or parent, such sum per month as
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may be fixed by the court to provide necessary food, clothing,
shelter or medical attendance or other remedial care, then the court
may suspend proceedings or sentence therein.
(b) The undertaking provided pursuant to Subsection (a) shall
be valid and binding for one (1) year, or such lesser time as the
court shall fix.
(c) Upon the failure of the defendant to comply with the
undertaking, he may be ordered to appear before the court and
show cause why further proceedings should not be had in the
action or why sentence should not be imposed, whereupon the
court may proceed with the action, or pass sentence or for good
cause shown may modify the order and take a new undertaking
and further suspend proceedings or sentence for a like period.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 31
What does Guam Code Annotated § 31 cover?
Section 31 ("Surety for Support.") 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 § 31?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 31" (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 § 31 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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