Guam § 63702 - Persons Subject to this Code.
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§ 63702. Persons Subject to this Code.
(a) This Code applies to each member of the Guam military forces on duty status who is not in federal
service. It also applies during the period of time in which he was under lawful order to be in a duty status.
(b) It also applies to any person who has the capacity to understand the significance of enlisting or
accepting a commission in the Guam military forces and so voluntarily enlists or accepts such commission.
(c) A person who is serving with the Guam military who accepts pay or allowances and performs in
military duty forces who submitted voluntarily to the military authority, meets the mental competence and
minimum age qualifications of Title 10 of the United States Code Annotated, receives military pay or
allowances, and performs military duties is subject to this Code until such person’s service has been
terminated in accordance with law or appropriate regulations.
(d) A person not on a duty status who committed an offense may be ordered to duty status for military
justice matters against this Code arising while on duty status and may be ordered to active duty involuntarily
for the purpose of investigation under § 63719.2, trial by court-martial or nonjudicial punishment under §
63715.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 63702
What does Guam Code Annotated § 63702 cover?
Section 63702 ("Persons Subject to this Code.") 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 § 63702?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 63702" (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 § 63702 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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