Alaska § 09.55.030 - Verdict and entry of order.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 09.55.030 — Verdict and entry of order., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 09.55.030. Verdict and entry of order.
If the jury by their unanimous verdict in writing find that sufficient evidence has been presented to them from which it fairly may be presumed that the missing person has met death, and if the judge or magistrate approves the finding, then, after a period of six months has elapsed, the person shall be presumed to be dead and the judge or magistrate shall enter an order to that effect. However, in cases where there is clear and convincing evidence of the presumed death the judge or magistrate may sooner enter the order.
Source: official Alaska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 09.55.030
What does Alaska Statutes § 09.55.030 cover?
Section 09.55.030 ("Verdict and entry of order.") 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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