Guam § 76504 - Treatment of human remains.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 76504 — Treatment of human remains., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 76504. Treatment of human remains.
Human remains shall receive respect and consideration when
discovered. Disturbance of burials shall be avoided when possible,
but when necessary shall be at the expense of the developers,
using procedures and standards acceptable to the Guam Historic
Preservation Officer. Anthropological review of human remains
shall be at a minimal level and only for the time authorized by the
Guam Historic Preservation Officer prior to reburial
Source: official Guam text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 76504
What does Guam Code Annotated § 76504 cover?
Section 76504 ("Treatment of human remains.") 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 § 76504?
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