Alaska § 12.25.220 - When copy of citation considered a lawful complaint.
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§ 12.25.220. When copy of citation considered a lawful complaint.
If the form of citation provided under AS 12.25.200 includes information and is sworn to as required under the laws of this state in respect to a complaint charging commission of the offense alleged in the citation, then the citation when filed with a court having jurisdiction is considered to be a lawful complaint for the purpose of prosecution.
Source: official Alaska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 12.25.220
What does Alaska Statutes § 12.25.220 cover?
Section 12.25.220 ("When copy of citation considered a lawful complaint.") 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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Is this the official text of Alaska law?
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