American Samoa § 46.0203 - Firearms.
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 46.0203 — Firearms., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 46.0203. Firearms.
(a) A law enforcement officer to whom a firearm has been issued in accordance with the provisions of 46.4233 is required to have the firearm so issued in his possession while on duty. (b) For the purposes of this act “law enforcement officer” means a member of the police force of the Territory. (c) The Commissioner of Public Safety shall establish a training and certification program for the use of arms and other police weapons by the Territory’s law enforcement officers before issuance of these arms and weapons to the law enforcement officers. The Commissioner must submit in writing his training and certification program to the Governor for approval.
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 46.0203
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 46.0203 cover?
Section 46.0203 ("Firearms.") 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 § 46.0203?
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Is this the official text of American Samoa law?
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How does American Samoa § 46.0203 apply to my situation?
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