Guam § 63723 - Misbehavior Before the Enemy.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 63723 — Misbehavior Before the Enemy., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 63723. Misbehavior Before the Enemy.
Any person subject to this Code shall be punished as a court-martial may direct if that person before
or in the presence of the enemy, opposing forces or individuals:
(a) runs away;
(b) shamefully abandons, surrenders, or delivers up any command, unit, place, or military
property which it is his duty to defend;
(c) through disobedience, neglect, or intentional misconduct endangers the safety of any such
command, unit, place, or military property;
(d) casts away his arms or ammunition;
(e) is guilty of cowardly conduct;
(f) quits his place of duty to plunder or pillage;
(g) causes false alarms in any command, unit, or place under control of the Guam military forces;
(h) willfully fails to do his utmost to encounter, engage, capture, or destroy any enemy troops,
insurgents, combatants, vessels, aircraft, or any other thing, which it is his duty so to encounter, engage,
capture, or destroy; or
(i) does not afford all practicable relief and assistance to any troops, combatants, vessels, or
aircraft of the Guam military forces and/or armed forces belonging to the United States or their allies
when engaged in battle.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 63723
What does Guam Code Annotated § 63723 cover?
Section 63723 ("Misbehavior Before the Enemy.") 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 § 63723?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 63723" (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 § 63723 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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