Alaska § 12.45.042 - Mental examination of victim.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 12.45.042 — Mental examination of victim., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12.45.042. Mental examination of victim.
In a criminal prosecution under AS 11.41 , the court may not order or compel the victim to undergo a psychiatric or psychological examination unless (1) the victim's psychiatric or psychological condition is an element of the offense charged; or
(2) the prosecution has given notice that it will present evidence at trial that the victim suffers from a continuing psychological or psychiatric condition that resulted from the offense charged.
Source: official Alaska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 12.45.042
What does Alaska Statutes § 12.45.042 cover?
Section 12.45.042 ("Mental examination of victim.") 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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