Guam § 80 - Term of Probation; Modification of Probation.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 80 — Term of Probation; Modification of Probation., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 80. Term of Probation; Modification of Probation.
(a) If the court has suspended imposition of sentence or has placed an offender on probation, the period
of the suspension or probation shall not exceed five (5) years for a felony, two (2) years for a misdemeanor
or petty misdemeanor and one (1) year for a violation.
(b) [No text]
(1) At any time during the period of suspension or probation, upon a showing that such action
will best satisfy the ends of justice and the best interests of the public and the offender, the court may
modify or terminate the conditions to which the offender is presently subject.
(2) Prior to modification the offender shall be given notice and a reasonable opportunity to be
heard regarding any change in the conditions. All changes in conditions shall be given to the offender
in writing.
(c) Any conditions imposed pursuant to § 80.62 shall automatically terminate upon the successful
completion of the period of suspension or probation set by the court. The sentencing court may order an
earlier termination whenever it appears that further continuation of conditions or supervision or enforced
compliance with the terms of probation is unnecessary. Upon termination, an order of termination shall be
rendered by the court and entered by the clerk in the minutes and a copy thereof mailed to the offender.
Source: official Guam text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 80
What does Guam Code Annotated § 80 cover?
Section 80 ("Term of Probation; Modification of Probation.") 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.
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