American Samoa § 43.1036 - Deposit of money
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 43.1036 — Deposit of money, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 43.1036. Deposit of money
(a) The government shall deposit with the court the money required by 43.1001. (b) The court and attorneys shall expedite the proceedings for the distribution of the money so deposited and for the ascertainment and payment of just compensation. (c) If the compensation finally awarded to any defendant exceeds the amount which has been paid to him on distribution of the deposit, the court shall enter judgment against the plaintiff and in favor of that defendant for the deficiency. If the compensation finally awarded to any defendant is less than the amount which has been paid to him, the court shall enter judgment against him and in favor of the government for the overpayment.
Source: official American Samoa text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 43.1036
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 43.1036 cover?
Section 43.1036 ("Deposit of money") 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 § 43.1036?
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Is this the official text of American Samoa law?
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How does American Samoa § 43.1036 apply to my situation?
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