Guam § 5120 - Penalties for Violation by an Adult.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 5120 — Penalties for Violation by an Adult., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5120. Penalties for Violation by an Adult.
Any adult who willfully violates, neglects or refuses to obey
or perform any lawful order of the court or who violates any
provisions of this Chapter may be proceeded against for contempt
of court, unless another penalty is provided in this Chapter. Any
adult found in contempt of court may be punished by a fine not to
exceed Five Hundred Dollars ($500) or by imprisonment not to
exceed to fifty (50) days, or by both such fine and imprisonment.
This Section shall not limit the inherent power of the court to
enforce its orders through civil contempt.
Source: official Guam text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 5120
What does Guam Code Annotated § 5120 cover?
Section 5120 ("Penalties for Violation by an Adult.") 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 § 5120?
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