American Samoa § 20.1708 - Decaying matter and dead animals prohibited.
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 20.1708 — Decaying matter and dead animals prohibited., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20.1708. Decaying matter and dead animals prohibited.
No vegetable or animal matter or goods which are in a state of decay or putrefaction may be placed and left upon any wharf, in the waters, or on the shores of the harbor or upon any reef adjacent to the harbor. No dead animal may be moved through the waters of the harbor.
Source: official American Samoa text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 20.1708
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 20.1708 cover?
Section 20.1708 ("Decaying matter and dead animals prohibited.") 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 § 20.1708?
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Is this the official text of American Samoa law?
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