American Samoa § 46.1901 - Authorized dispositions.
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 46.1901 — Authorized dispositions., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 46.1901. Authorized dispositions.
(a) Every person found guilty of an offense, whether defined in this title or in the American Samoa Code Annotated in accordance with the classifications in this chapter, shall be dealt with by the court in accordance with the provisions of this chapter, except that for offenses defined outside this title and not in accordance with the classifications of this chapter and not repealed, the term of imprisonment or the fine that may be imposed is that provided in the statute defining the offense. Amendments: 1980 Amended to conform with penalties provided for in Tide 46, Criminal Justice. Research Guide: MCC 557.011, 15 ASC 5003, 15 ASC 5005, 15 ASC 6401.
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 46.1901
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 46.1901 cover?
Section 46.1901 ("Authorized dispositions.") 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 § 46.1901?
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