Guam § 33117 - Handwriting Generally.

Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 33117 — Handwriting Generally., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 33117. Handwriting Generally.

The execution of an instrument may be established by proof of the

handwriting of the party and of a subscribing witness, if there is one, in the

following cases:

(a) When the parties and all the subscribing witnesses are dead; or,

(b) When the parties and all the subscribing witnesses are nonresidents

of Guam; or,

(c) When the place of their residence is unknown to the party desiring

the proof, and cannot be ascertained by the exercise of due diligence; or,

(d) When the subscribing witness conceals himself, or cannot be found

by the officer by the exercise of due diligence in attempting to serve the

subpoena or attachment; or,

(e) In case of the continued failure or refusal of the witness to testify,

for the space of one hour, after his appearance.

Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 33117

What does Guam Code Annotated § 33117 cover?

Section 33117 ("Handwriting Generally.") 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.

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Is this the official text of Guam law?

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