American Samoa § 45.0143 - Record of court proceedings

Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 45.0143 — Record of court proceedings, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 45.0143. Record of court proceedings

In any proceeding under paragraph (a)(l) or (a)(2) of 45.0115 in which the Court orders the petition dismissed as provided in 45.0334, the Court may order the records expunged as in subsections (c) to (f) of 45.0142. The order of expungement may be entered without delay upon petition of the child or any party or upon the Court’s own motion. Research Guide: CRS 19-1-111

Source: official American Samoa text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 45.0143

What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 45.0143 cover?

Section 45.0143 ("Record of court proceedings") 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 § 45.0143?

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Is this the official text of American Samoa law?

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