American Samoa § 43.1414 - Judgment for defendant for costs
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 43.1414 — Judgment for defendant for costs, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 43.1414. Judgment for defendant for costs
If the plaintiff fails to prosecute his complaint, or if upon trial or motion the plaintiff is found not entitled to possession of the premises, judgment is rendered for the defendant for his costs, which are taxed and collected in the same manner as other civil judgments for money in the same court.
Source: official American Samoa text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 43.1414
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 43.1414 cover?
Section 43.1414 ("Judgment for defendant for costs") 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 § 43.1414?
A common citation format is "American Samoa Code Annotated § 43.1414" (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?
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How does American Samoa § 43.1414 apply to my situation?
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