Guam § 63703 - Personnel Jurisdiction.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 63703 — Personnel Jurisdiction., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 63703. Personnel Jurisdiction.
(a) Each person discharged from the Guam military forces who is later charged with having
fraudulently obtained his discharge is, subject to § 63720.9 of this Code, subject to trial by court-martial on
that charge and is, after apprehension, subject to this Code while in custody of the military for that trial.
Upon conviction of that charge he is subject to trial by court-martial for all offenses under this Code
committed before the fraudulent discharge.
(b) No person who has deserted from the Guam military forces may be relieved from amenability to
the jurisdiction of this Code by virtue of a separation from any later period of service.
(c) A person subject to this Code is not, by virtue of the termination of a period of active duty or
inactive duty training, relieved from amenability to jurisdiction of this Code for an offense against this Code
committed during such period of active duty or inactive-duty training.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 63703
What does Guam Code Annotated § 63703 cover?
Section 63703 ("Personnel Jurisdiction.") 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 § 63703?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 63703" (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 § 63703 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.
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