Alaska § 11.56.800 - False information or report.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 11.56.800 — False information or report., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11.56.800. False information or report.
(a) A person commits the crime of false information or report if the person knowingly (1) gives false information to a peace officer (A) with the intent of implicating another in an offense; or
(B) concerning the person's identity while the person is (i) under arrest, detention, or investigation for a crime; or
(ii) being served with an arrest warrant or being issued a citation;
(2) makes a false report to a peace officer that a crime has occurred or is about to occur;
(3) makes a false report or gives a false alarm, under circumstances not amounting to terroristic threatening in the second degree under AS 11.56.810 , that a fire or other incident dangerous to life or property calling for an emergency response has occurred or is about to occur;
(4) makes a false report to the Department of Natural Resources under AS 46.17 concerning the condition of a dam or reservoir; or
(5) gives false information to a public employee relating to a person's eligibility for a permanent fund dividend under AS 43.23 and the false information does not also violate AS 11.56.205 .
(b) False information or report is a class A misdemeanor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 11.56.800
What does Alaska Statutes § 11.56.800 cover?
Section 11.56.800 ("False information or report.") 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 § 11.56.800?
A common citation format is "Alaska Statutes § 11.56.800" (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 § 11.56.800 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.
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