American Samoa § 46.0803 - Warrant of arrest and commitment
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 46.0803 — Warrant of arrest and commitment, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 46.0803. Warrant of arrest and commitment
If the Chief Justice, Associate Justice or other judge is satisfied from an affidavit that the offense complained of has been committed, and that there is reasonable ground to believe that the defendant has committed it, he shall issue a warrant of arrest and commitment in the case of felonies, and a summons in the case of misdemeanors; except that if it is made to appear in such affidavit that the safety of the defendant or the public so requires, the Chief Justice, Associate Justice or other judge shall issue a warrant of arrest and commitment in the case of misdemeanors.
Source: official American Samoa text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 46.0803
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 46.0803 cover?
Section 46.0803 ("Warrant of arrest and commitment") 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 § 46.0803?
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Is this the official text of American Samoa law?
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