Last year, more Alaska residents lost their lives to opioid overdoses than in any time in history – with at least 342 people dead. That was up 45% from just the year before. Fentanyl is one of the leading causes of opioid deaths, as is heroin. Most people aren’t alone...
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What you need to know about Alaska’s mandatory arrest policy
Alaska’s mandatory arrest policy can come as a sudden and shocking result of a domestic violence accusation. When someone accuses another person of domestic violence, this policy often requires law enforcement to make an arrest. If you stand accused of domestic...
The basics of posting bail in Alaska
When a resident or a visitor is arrested in Alaska, the process of posting bail allows them to be released from custody prior to required court appearances. Bail is an amount of money set by the court that must be paid to release a defendant from custody. The purpose...