Alaska § 11.56.715 - Defense to harming a police dog.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 11.56.715 — Defense to harming a police dog., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11.56.715. Defense to harming a police dog.
It is a defense to a prosecution under AS 11.56.705 or 11.56.710 that the conduct of the defendant (1) conformed to accepted veterinary practice; or
(2) was in response to a direct attack on the defendant by a police dog not acting under the control of a peace officer.
Source: official Alaska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 11.56.715
What does Alaska Statutes § 11.56.715 cover?
Section 11.56.715 ("Defense to harming a police dog.") is part of the Alaska Statutes, the codified statutory law of Alaska. 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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