Guam § 43102 - From What Property It May Be Selected.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 43102 — From What Property It May Be Selected., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 43102. From What Property It May Be Selected.
If the claimant be married, the homestead may be selected:
(a) from the community property; or
(b) from the property held by the spouses as co-tenants in tenancy in
common or in joint tenancy or from the separate property of the husband or
the wife.
When the claimant is not married but is the head of a family within the
meaning of § 43124 of this Article, the homestead may be selected from any
of his or her property. If the claimant be an unmarried person, other than the
head of a family, the homestead may be selected from any of his or her
property. Property within the meaning of this Article, includes any freehold
title, interest or estate which vests in the claimant the immediate right of
possession, even though such a right of possession is not exclusive, and
includes land held under long-term lease, as specified in § 43101 of this
Article, and ownership rights in a condominium, planned development,
stock, cooperative or community apartment project even though the title,
interest or estate of the condominium, planned development, stock
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cooperative or community apartment project is in a leasehold or sublease
hold.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 43102
What does Guam Code Annotated § 43102 cover?
Section 43102 ("From What Property It May Be Selected.") 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 § 43102?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 43102" (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 § 43102 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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