Alaska § 12.70.170 - Forfeiture of bail.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 12.70.170 — Forfeiture of bail., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12.70.170. Forfeiture of bail.
If the prisoner is admitted to bail and fails to appear and surrender according to the conditions of the bond or undertaking, the judge or magistrate, by proper order, shall declare the bond or undertaking forfeited, and order the immediate arrest of the prisoner if the prisoner is within this state. Recovery may be had on the bond or undertaking in the name of the state as in the case of other bonds or undertakings given by the accused in criminal proceedings within this state.
Source: official Alaska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 12.70.170
What does Alaska Statutes § 12.70.170 cover?
Section 12.70.170 ("Forfeiture of bail.") 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 § 12.70.170?
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