Advanced stalking conviction stands for defendant Shaunn Manglona

The Supreme Court of Guam has upheld the conviction of Shaunn Gumataotao Manglona for Advanced Stalking, confirming the seriousness of stalking laws on the island.

Manglona was arrested after repeatedly showing up at the home of someone he was ordered by the court to avoid. 

He argued that parts of the stalking law, like the terms “maliciously” and “repeatedly,” were unclear.

However, the court ruled that the law is clear and that Manglona’s actions, returning to the home multiple times and violating the court order, showed an intent to harass or harm. 

They also stated that the evidence was strong enough to prove he acted maliciously, meaning he knowingly did something wrong to bother or injure the victim.

This decision reinforces Guam’s commitment to protecting victims and holding offenders accountable under stalking laws.