Guam § 43 - Retail Theft; Defined.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 43 — Retail Theft; Defined., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 43. Retail Theft; Defined.
A person is guilty of theft if he knowingly:
(a) takes possession of, carries away, transfers or
causes to be carried away or transferred, any merchandise
displayed, held, stored or offered for sale in a retail
mercantile establishment with the intention of retaining such
merchandise or with the intention of depriving the merchant
permanently of the possession, use or benefit of such
merchandise without paying the full retail value of such
merchandise;
(b) alters, transfers or removes any label, price tag,
marking, indicia of value or any other markings which aid in
determining value affixed to any merchandise displayed,
held, stored or offered for sale in a retail mercantile
establishment with the intention of depriving the merchant of
the full retail value of such value of merchandise;
(c) transfers any merchandise displayed, held, stored or
offered for sale in a retail mercantile establishment from the
container in or on which such merchandise is displayed to
any other container with the intention of depriving the
merchant of the full retail value of such merchandise;
(d) under-rings with the intention of depriving the
merchant of the full retail value of the merchandise; or
(e) removes a shopping cart from the premises of a retail
mercantile establishment without the consent of the merchant
given at the time of such removal.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 43
What does Guam Code Annotated § 43 cover?
Section 43 ("Retail Theft; Defined.") 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 § 43?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 43" (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 § 43 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
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