Leo S. Diaz sworn in as new marshal of the courts

GUAM—Leo S. Diaz officially assumed the role of marshal of the courts last Nov. 25 in a swearing-in led by Chief Justice Robert J. Torres. The ceremony, attended by Diaz’s family, Judiciary members, and distinguished guests, followed his unanimous appointment by the Judicial Council on Nov. 21, 2024.

Diaz brings decades of experience to the Marshal Services Division. A graduate of the University of Guam with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, Diaz is a certified pressure tactics instructor, certified taser instructor, and certified active shooter instructor. He has led law enforcement training locally and regionally, focusing on strategies to strengthen court security and enhance public trust in judicial processes.

“Leo has dedicated more than three decades to safeguarding the courts and upholding their integrity,” said Torres. “Under his leadership, the Marshal Services Division will continue to provide security and deliver justice for all who depend on our Judiciary.”

With over 31 years of service at the Judiciary, Diaz has steadily advanced through the ranks of both the Marshal and Probation Services divisions. Beyond his work with the Judiciary, he has served as a police officer reservist with the Guam Police Department since 1995 and retired in 2023 as a Guardsman with the Guam Air National Guard.

For more information, contact Sarah Elmore-Hernandez, director of Policy, Planning, and Community Relations at sehernandez@guamcourts.gov. (PR)