American Samoa § 13.1510 - Civil rights and competency.
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 13.1510 — Civil rights and competency., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13.1510. Civil rights and competency.
A presumption of legal incompetency shall exist with respect to any person committed under this chapter. The fact of the commitment shall not otherwise itself modify or vary any civil right of the person committed.
Source: official American Samoa text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 13.1510
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 13.1510 cover?
Section 13.1510 ("Civil rights and competency.") 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 § 13.1510?
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Is this the official text of American Samoa law?
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How does American Samoa § 13.1510 apply to my situation?
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