American Samoa § 7.0801 - Grounds for demotion, suspension, or removal.

Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 7.0801 — Grounds for demotion, suspension, or removal., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 7.0801. Grounds for demotion, suspension, or removal.

Employees in the career service may be demoted, suspended, or removed for below standard job performance, misconduct on the job, misconduct off the job which reflects adversely on the government, conviction of a felony, sentence to prison for 30 days or more upon conviction of a crime, or violation of standards established administratively which govern employee conduct and deportment, including but not limited to, the proper use and penalty for misuse of government property. Amendments: 1979 Added inclusion at end of section. Reviser’s Comment: Section 2 of PL 16-45 provided: “All department, agency and instrumentality heads having vehicles under their control and authority must adopt rules under the Administrative Procedure Act 4.1001 et seq. for their proper and effective use within the meaning of the disciplinary measures included in 7.0801.”

Source: official American Samoa text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 7.0801

What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 7.0801 cover?

Section 7.0801 ("Grounds for demotion, suspension, or removal.") is part of the American Samoa Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of American Samoa. 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 American Samoa § 7.0801?

A common citation format is "American Samoa Code Annotated § 7.0801" (American Samoa). 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 American Samoa law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the American Samoa official source linked on this page or consult a licensed American Samoa attorney.

How does American Samoa § 7.0801 apply to my situation?

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