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Amicus Brief of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Abortion has been legal in Alaska since the legislature enacted Alaska Statutes Title 18 Chapter 16, Regulation of Abortions, in 1970 (before Roe). Alaska favors a strong right to privacy, which has allowed for enhanced protections of abortion rights. In 1997, the Supreme Court of Alaska ruled that abortion rights and are fundamental and are encompassed within the right to privacy expressed in article I, section 22 of the State Constitution. This decision also held that restrictions on abortion in Alaska are subject to strict scrutiny.
NACDL is providing resources regarding the Criminalization of Pregnancy and Reproductive Health to the criminal defense community. Resources are provided without warranty or guarantee. Please consult the laws and rules of your state and local authorities. Please log in to access them. Membership is NOT required.
Policies and rulings on lengthy imprisonment terms in Alaska.
Information on the policy and history of recording custodial interrogations in Alaska.
Attorney-client communications federal caselaw and state-specific anecdotal data in Alaska