American Samoa § 31.0347 - Forms of evidence.
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 31.0347 — Forms of evidence., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 31.0347. Forms of evidence.
On a notarized document sent to another state or nation, evidence of the authenticity of the official seal and signature of a notary of this Territory, if required, shall be in the form of: (1) a certificate of authority from the Secretary authenticated as necessary by additional certificates from United States and/or foreign government agencies; or (2) in the case of a notarized document to be used in a nation that has signed and ratified the Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalization for Foreign Public Documents of October 5, 1961, an Apostille from the Secretary of American Samoa in the form prescribed by the Convention, with no additional authenticating certificates required.
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 31.0347
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 31.0347 cover?
Section 31.0347 ("Forms of evidence.") 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 § 31.0347?
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Is this the official text of American Samoa law?
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How does American Samoa § 31.0347 apply to my situation?
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