Guam § 80 - Credit for Prior Detention.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 80 — Credit for Prior Detention., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 80. Credit for Prior Detention.
(a) When an offender who is sentenced to imprisonment has previously been detained in any territorial,
state or local correctional or other institution, for the conduct for which such sentence is imposed, such
period of detention shall be deducted from the maximum and minimum term of such sentence. The officer
having custody of the offender shall furnish a certificate to the court at the time of sentence, showing the
length of such detention of the offender prior to sentence in any territorial, state or local correctional or
other institution, and the certificate shall be attached to the official records of the offender’s commitment.
(b) When a judgment of conviction is vacated, or a sentence is revised or reviewed and a new sentence
is thereafter imposed upon the offender for the same crime, the period of detention and imprisonment
previously served therefor shall be deducted from the maximum and minimum term of the new sentence.
The officer having custody of the offender shall furnish a certificate to the court at the time of sentence,
showing the period of imprisonment served under the original sentence, and the certificate shall be attached
to the official records of the offender’s new commitment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 80
What does Guam Code Annotated § 80 cover?
Section 80 ("Credit for Prior Detention.") 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 § 80?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 80" (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 § 80 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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