American Samoa § 22.1601 - Motor vehicles
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 22.1601 — Motor vehicles, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 22.1601. Motor vehicles
(a) A motor vehicle may not be boarded for shipment on any vessel or aircraft leaving the Territory unless the person in possession of the motor vehicle produces legal ownership documents and a written authorization for shipment from the Commissioner of Public Safety. Such documents shall be then presented to the Director of Port Administration for clearance. (b) The person responsible on each vessel or aircraft for the shipment of motor vehicles shall keep a record, on forms approved by the Commissioner, of each motor vehicle and person in possession of the motor vehicle being shipped out of the Territory. A copy of this record must be transmitted to the Commissioner or his designated agent prior to departure of the vessel or aircraft. (c) It is a class B misdemeanor for a person, his representative or agent to ship or cause to have shipped a motor vehicle out of the Territory in violation of this section. (d) A legal or equitable owner of a vehicle shipped out of the Territory in violation of this section may recover damages for losses caused by such violation from the person, representative, agent, governmental entity, or business entity responsible for such violation.
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 22.1601
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 22.1601 cover?
Section 22.1601 ("Motor vehicles") 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 § 22.1601?
A common citation format is "American Samoa Code Annotated § 22.1601" (American Samoa). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of American Samoa law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the American Samoa official source linked on this page or consult a licensed American Samoa attorney.
How does American Samoa § 22.1601 apply to my situation?
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