Guam § 3112 - Witness Immunity.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 3112 — Witness Immunity., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3112. Witness Immunity.
No person sworn and examined before I Liheslaturan Guåhan, or a
Committee, shall be immune from criminal prosecution by reason thereof,
nor shall any document or thing produced by such witness be excluded by
reason of such production from use in any subsequent criminal proceeding;
provided, however, that I Liheslaturan Guåhan, or Committee, may, by
majority vote of all its respective Members, grant partial or absolute
immunity to such witness who shall thereafter be compelled to testify on
penalty of contempt. No witness so compelled shall be held to answer
criminally or be subject to any penalty or forfeiture for any fact or act
touching which the witness is required to testify, nor shall any document or
thing produced by such witness be competent evidence in any criminal
proceeding against the witness. Nothing in this Section exempts any
witness from prosecution and punishment for perjury committed by the
witness on examination.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 3112
What does Guam Code Annotated § 3112 cover?
Section 3112 ("Witness Immunity.") 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 § 3112?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 3112" (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 § 3112 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.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Guam.