American Samoa § 45.0355 - Neglected or dependent child
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 45.0355 — Neglected or dependent child, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45.0355. Neglected or dependent child
In a disposition as provided in 45.0354: (a) The Court may enter a decree terminating all parental rights of 1 or both parents in the child when it finds that the best interests and welfare of the child so require. (b) Upon the entry of a decree terminating the legal rights of both parents, of the sole surviving parent, or of the mother of a child born out of wedlock, the Court may: (1) vest the Department of Health or a child placement agency with the legal custody and guardianship of the person of a child for the purposes of placing the child for adoption; or (2) make any other disposition provided under (a)(2), (3), or (4) above that the Court finds appropriate. (c) Upon the entry of a decree terminating the parental rights of 1 parent, the Court may: (1) leave the child in. the legal custody of the other parent and discharge the proceedings; or (2) make any other disposition under (a) above that the Court finds appropriate. Research Guide: CRS 19-3-111.
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 45.0355
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 45.0355 cover?
Section 45.0355 ("Neglected or dependent child") 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 § 45.0355?
A common citation format is "American Samoa Code Annotated § 45.0355" (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 § 45.0355 apply to my situation?
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