Alaska § 12.55.080 - Suspension of sentence and probation.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 12.55.080 — Suspension of sentence and probation., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12.55.080. Suspension of sentence and probation.
Upon entering a judgment of conviction of a crime, or at any time within 60 days from the date of entry of that judgment of conviction, a court, when satisfied that the ends of justice and the best interest of the public as well as the defendant will be served thereby, may suspend the imposition or execution or balance of the sentence or a portion thereof, and place the defendant on probation for a period and upon the terms and conditions as the court considers best.
Source: official Alaska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 12.55.080
What does Alaska Statutes § 12.55.080 cover?
Section 12.55.080 ("Suspension of sentence and probation.") 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.
How do I cite Alaska § 12.55.080?
A common citation format is "Alaska Statutes § 12.55.080" (Alaska). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Alaska law?
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How does Alaska § 12.55.080 apply to my situation?
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