Guam § 63707 - Offenses.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 63707 — Offenses., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 63707. Offenses.
(a) Any person who discards burning materials or who willfully, maliciously or negligently sets a fire
that burns vegetation on land not owned, leased or controlled by him shall be guilty of incendiarism, which
is subject to penalties as described in § 63708.
(b) Setting fires, causing them to be set, or allowing them to escape, shall be prima facie evidence of
willfulness, malice or negligence under this Section; provided, that nothing herein contained shall apply to
any person who, in good faith, sets a backfire to check an already burning fire or who with a burning permit
sets afire for forest management or land clearing purposes.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 63707
What does Guam Code Annotated § 63707 cover?
Section 63707 ("Offenses.") 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 § 63707?
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Is this the official text of Guam law?
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How does Guam § 63707 apply to my situation?
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