Guam § 31204 - Writ: Alternative or Peremptory.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 31204 — Writ: Alternative or Peremptory., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 31204. Writ: Alternative or Peremptory.
The writ may be either alternative or peremptory. The alternative writ
must command the party to whom it is directed, immediately after the receipt of
the writ, or at some other specified time, to do the act required to be performed
or to show cause before the court at a specified time and place why he has not
done so. The peremptory writ must be in a similar form, except that the words
requiring the party to show cause why he has not done as commanded must be
omitted and a return day inserted.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 31204
What does Guam Code Annotated § 31204 cover?
Section 31204 ("Writ: Alternative or Peremptory.") 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 § 31204?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 31204" (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?
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How does Guam § 31204 apply to my situation?
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