Alaska § 09.40.290 - Property concealed in building or enclosure, demand and entry to effect seizure.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 09.40.290 — Property concealed in building or enclosure, demand and entry to effect seizure., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 09.40.290. Property concealed in building or enclosure, demand and entry to effect seizure.
If the property or any part of it is concealed in a building or enclosure, the peace officer shall publicly demand its delivery. If it is not delivered, the peace officer shall cause the building or enclosure to be broken open and take the property into possession.
Source: official Alaska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 09.40.290
What does Alaska Statutes § 09.40.290 cover?
Section 09.40.290 ("Property concealed in building or enclosure, demand and entry to effect seizure.") 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 § 09.40.290?
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Is this the official text of Alaska law?
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How does Alaska § 09.40.290 apply to my situation?
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