Guam § 90109 - Enforcement.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 90109 — Enforcement., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 90109. Enforcement.
(a) This Chapter may be enforced by:
(1) any peace officer as defined by 8 GCA § 5.55;
(2) any employee of the Department of Public Health and
Social Services when authorized in writing by the Director of Public
Health and Social Services to enforce the provisions of this Chapter;
(3) any employee of the Guam Environmental Protection
Agency when authorized in writing by the Administrator of the
Guam Environmental Protection Agency to enforce the provisions
of this Chapter;
(4) a Citizen Assisted Police Enforcement (CAPE) volunteer,
as provided pursuant to § 77302 of Article 3, Chapter 77, Title 10,
Guam Code Annotated;
(5) all security officers employed by the government of
Guam, or performing security work for the government of Guam or
employed by private entity pursuant to their employer’s contract, for
any government of Guam agency, authority or department, by
whatever name, both autonomous and line agencies, of the
government of Guam;
(6) private security personnel employed by private security
companies which have elected to provide security services for
business establishments desiring to enforce the Natasha Protection
Act, and who have been duly trained by a qualified government
identified entity for the execution of such responsibilities; and
(7) private security personnel employed by business
establishments, which have elected to provide security services to
include compliance with the Natasha Protection Act, and who have
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been duly trained by a qualified government identified entity for the
execution of such responsibilities.
(b) The enforcement of this Chapter shall be undertaken subject to
the provisions of 8 GCA Chapter 25.
(c) The Director of a government of Guam agency, authority,
department or instrumentality, by whatever name, both autonomous and
line agencies, shall be authorized to delegate the authority and
responsibility to an employee to additionally serve and function as a
designated no-smoking enforcement officer for the purpose of ensuring
compliance with this Chapter in and around a government facility.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 90109
What does Guam Code Annotated § 90109 cover?
Section 90109 ("Enforcement.") 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 § 90109?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 90109" (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 § 90109 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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