American Samoa § 46.4706 - Treason.
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 46.4706 — Treason., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 46.4706. Treason.
(a) A person owing allegiance to the territory commits treason if he purposely levies war against the Territory, or adheres to its enemies by giving them aid and comfort. (b) Persons may not be convicted of treason unless 1 or more overt acts are alleged in the indictment or information. (c) In a trial on a charge of treason, evidence may not be given of any overt act that is not specifically alleged in the indictment or information. (d) Persons may not be convicted of treason except upon the direct evidence of 2 or more witnesses to the same overt act, or upon his confession under oath in open court. (e) Treason is a class A felony. Research Guide: MCC 576.070, 15 ASC 1061.
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What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 46.4706 cover?
Section 46.4706 ("Treason.") 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.
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