Guam § 80 - Types of Sentences Allowed.

Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 80 — Types of Sentences Allowed., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 80. Types of Sentences Allowed.

(a) Unless otherwise provided by law, the court may suspend the imposition of sentence of a person

who has been convicted of a crime in accordance with § 80.60, may order him to be committed in lieu of

sentence in accordance with § 80.20 or may sentence him as follows:

(1) to imprisonment for a term required by law;

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(2) to imprisonment and to an additional parole;

(3) to pay a fine or make restitution as authorized by law;

(4) to alternative community service or to self-improvement and rehabilitative programs;

(5) to be placed on probation as authorized by law; or

(6) to pay a fine, to make restitution and to be placed on probation; to make restitution and

imprisonment or to pay a fine and imprisonment.

(b) Where the judgment of conviction included more than one crime, the sentences imposed may run

concurrently or consecutively except that if such sentences run consecutively, the provisions of §§ 80.38,

80.40 and 80.42 shall not be applicable.

(c) The court may suspend the imposition of sentence on a person who has been convicted of a

violation or may sentence him to pay a fine or make restitution as authorized by § 80.50.

(d) Nothing in this Code deprives the court of any authority otherwise conferred by law to decree [a]

forfeiture of property, suspend or cancel the license, remove a person from office or impose any other civil

penalty, such a judgment or order may be included in the sentence.

Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 80

What does Guam Code Annotated § 80 cover?

Section 80 ("Types of Sentences Allowed.") 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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