American Samoa § 27.1021 - Unclaimed merchandise
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 27.1021 — Unclaimed merchandise, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 27.1021. Unclaimed merchandise
(a) Any entered or unentered merchandise which remains in customs custody for a period of 90 days from the date of importation without the payment of excise taxes, storage or other charges thereon shall be considered unclaimed and abandoned to the government and shall be sold by the customs officer at public auction. (b) Merchandise liable to depreciation in value by damage, leakage, or other causes to such extent that the proceeds of sale thereof may be insufficient to pay the duties, storage, and other charges if permitted to remain in customs custody for a period of 90 days may be sold forthwith. (c) Merchandise subject to sale under this section may be withdrawn at any time prior to such sale upon payment of all duties, storage and other charges and expenses that may have accrued. (d) Any merchandise abandoned, unclaimed, or forfeited to the government under the provisions of this chapter, and which the Treasurer shall be satisfied will not sell for a sufficient amount to pay such charges, shall forthwith be destroyed, rather than sold at auction. . Amendments: 1987 Subsection (a): added “excise taxes” after “payment of”. Subsection (b): replaced “Port Director” with “Treasurer”.
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 27.1021
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 27.1021 cover?
Section 27.1021 ("Unclaimed merchandise") 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 § 27.1021?
A common citation format is "American Samoa Code Annotated § 27.1021" (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 § 27.1021 apply to my situation?
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