American Samoa § 43.1704 - Filing
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 43.1704 — Filing, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 43.1704. Filing
(a) At the time of the filing of the foreign judgment, the judgment creditor or his lawyer or representative shall make and file with the clerk of the High Court an affidavit setting forth the name and last known post office addresses of the judgment debtor and the judgment creditor. (b) Promptly upon the filing of the foreign judgment and the affidavit, the clerk shall mail notice of the filing of the foreign judgment to the judgment debtor at the address given and shall make a note of the mailing in the docket. The notice shall include the name and post office addresses of the judgment creditor and the judgment creditor’s lawyer or representative, if any, in this Territory. In addition, the judgment creditor may mail a notice of the filing of the judgment to the judgment debtor and may file proof of mailing with the clerk. Lack of mailing notice of filing by clerk shall not affect the enforcement proceeding if proof of mailing by the judgment creditor has been filed.
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 43.1704
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 43.1704 cover?
Section 43.1704 ("Filing") 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 § 43.1704?
A common citation format is "American Samoa Code Annotated § 43.1704" (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 § 43.1704 apply to my situation?
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