Guam § 61 - Public Drunkenness; Defined & Punished.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 61 — Public Drunkenness; Defined & Punished., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 61. Public Drunkenness; Defined & Punished.
(a) A person is guilty of an offense if he appears in any
public place manifestly under the influence of alcohol, narcotics
or other drug, not therapeutically administered, to the degree that
he may endanger himself or other persons or property or annoy
persons in his vicinity.
(b) An offense under this Section constitutes a petty
misdemeanor if the defendant has been convicted hereunder
twice before within a period of one year. Otherwise the offense
constitutes a violation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 61
What does Guam Code Annotated § 61 cover?
Section 61 ("Public Drunkenness; Defined & Punished.") 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 § 61?
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Is this the official text of Guam law?
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How does Guam § 61 apply to my situation?
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