American Samoa § 37.1004 - Interests in recorded mortgages and leases.
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 37.1004 — Interests in recorded mortgages and leases., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 37.1004. Interests in recorded mortgages and leases.
The mortgage shall operate only as a contract between the parties with respect to, and shall not create a lien upon, any recorded mortgage or lease, unless, and until, a specific reference to the mortgage or lease is contained in an instrument or affidavit executed by the mortgagor or mortgagee and duly recorded in the office of the Territorial Registrar.
Source: official American Samoa text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 37.1004
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 37.1004 cover?
Section 37.1004 ("Interests in recorded mortgages and leases.") 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 § 37.1004?
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Is this the official text of American Samoa law?
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