American Samoa § 45.2003 - Mandatory report to medical examiner
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 45.2003 — Mandatory report to medical examiner, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45.2003. Mandatory report to medical examiner
Any person who is required by 45.2002 to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect and anyone who has reasonable cause to suspect that a child died as a result of child abuse or neglect shall report that fact immediately to the department. The department accepts the report for investigation and reports its findings to the Attorney General and the agency. Research Guide: CRS 19-10-105, 21 ASC 2903.
Source: official American Samoa text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 45.2003
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 45.2003 cover?
Section 45.2003 ("Mandatory report to medical examiner") 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 § 45.2003?
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Is this the official text of American Samoa law?
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