Alaska § 43.23.021 - Delayed payment of certain dividends.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 43.23.021 — Delayed payment of certain dividends., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 43.23.021. Delayed payment of certain dividends.
(a) Notwithstanding other provisions regarding the payment of permanent fund dividends, if an individual is required to register as a sex offender or child kidnapper under AS 12.63 and has not registered or has not completed the required periodic verifications or notices required under AS 12.63 , payment of the dividend for that individual shall be delayed.
(b) If payment of a dividend is delayed, the department shall notify the individual in writing of the delayed payment status, explain the requirements of this section, and request proof of registration and compliance with the verifications and notices required under AS 12.63 . The dividend may not be paid unless, within one year after the notification, the department determines that the individual has registered and is in compliance with the verifications and notices required under AS 12.63 .
(c) The permanent fund dividend of an individual for whom payment has been delayed, but that remains payable under (b) of this section, is subject to levy, execution, garnishment, attachment, or any other remedy for the collection of debt. The department shall immediately pay that dividend, or the portion of it that has been claimed by a debtor, as provided in AS 43.23.140 — 43.23.170.
(d) If an individual for whom payment of a permanent fund dividend has been delayed but remains payable under (b) of this section dies before the dividend is paid or payable, the department shall pay the dividend to a personal representative of the individual's estate.
(e) The department shall include notice with the dividend application form of the requirements of (a) and (b) of this section.
Source: official Alaska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 43.23.021
What does Alaska Statutes § 43.23.021 cover?
Section 43.23.021 ("Delayed payment of certain dividends.") 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 § 43.23.021?
A common citation format is "Alaska Statutes § 43.23.021" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Alaska official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Alaska attorney.
How does Alaska § 43.23.021 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Alaska can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Alaska.