American Samoa § 46.1804 - Rights of accused.
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 46.1804 — Rights of accused., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 46.1804. Rights of accused.
An accused shall have the right to: (1) request and receive any time necessary to consult with counsel and to prepare his defense; (2) be represented by the counsel of his choice at arraignment and trial; (3) be present during the trial and to cross-examine witnesses presented against him; (4) present any material evidence on his own behalf and to have witnesses summoned by the court as his request; (5) testify in his own behalf or to refrain from testifying, as he may prefer.
Source: official American Samoa text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 46.1804
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 46.1804 cover?
Section 46.1804 ("Rights of accused.") 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.
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