American Samoa § 25.2018 - Plea and trial.
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 25.2018 — Plea and trial., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 25.2018. Plea and trial.
(a) After reading the complaint to the defendant, the court shall ask the defendant to plead. If the defendant pleads guilty, the court shall proceed with sentencing. If the defendant pleads not guilty, the person who issued the citation shall present the court with the grounds on which it was issued, adding evidence to this end. The Attorney General may assist to the extent he deems necessary. (b) The defendant may then introduce evidence to establish the fact that he is not guilty. (c) The Court may examine the evidence and question the parties and their witnesses at any time. Amendments: 1979 Subsection (d): repealed.
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 25.2018
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 25.2018 cover?
Section 25.2018 ("Plea and trial.") 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 § 25.2018?
A common citation format is "American Samoa Code Annotated § 25.2018" (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 § 25.2018 apply to my situation?
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