American Samoa § 3.0240 - Land and titles division—Composition.
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 3.0240 — Land and titles division—Composition., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3.0240. Land and titles division—Composition.
The land and titles division shall consist of the Chief Justice, the Associate Justice, and all of the associate judges. In the land and titles division, all controversies relating to land shall be heard and decided by a justice and 2 associate judges, the presence of a justice and 1 associate judge being necessary to constitute a quorum for the trial and determination of a case or controversy. In the land and titles division all controversies relating to matai titles shall be heard by a justice and 4 associate judges, the presence of a justice and 3 associate judges being necessary to constitute a quorum for the trial and determination of a case or controversy. Case Notes: Requirement that one law-trained judge (justice) be included in panel that hears matai title disputes does not require that the law trained judge be present during all deliberations of associate judges. ln re matai title La’apui, 4 A.S.R.2d 7 (1987). Statute prescribing participation in matai title dispute of one law-trained judge, as well as four associate judges who are not lawyers but who are chosen for their familiarity with Samoan custom, did not require that the law-trained judge be present during all deliberations of the associate judges. A.S.C.A. § 3.0240; In re Matai Title La’apui, 4 A.S.R.2d 7 (1987).
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 3.0240
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 3.0240 cover?
Section 3.0240 ("Land and titles division—Composition.") 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 § 3.0240?
A common citation format is "American Samoa Code Annotated § 3.0240" (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 § 3.0240 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in American Samoa can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in American Samoa.