Alaska § 13.56.010 - Agreements authorized.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 13.56.010 — Agreements authorized., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13.56.010. Agreements authorized.
(a) Except as provided in (b) and (c) of this section, an adult may enter into a supported decision-making agreement. A supported decision-making agreement allows an adult to receive decision-making assistance with the adult's affairs from one or more other adults.
(b) The adult wanting to receive decision-making assistance may not enter into a supported decision-making agreement unless the adult (1) enters into the agreement voluntarily and without coercion or undue influence; and
(2) understands the nature and effect of the agreement.
(c) An adult may not enter into a supported decision-making agreement under this section if the agreement encroaches on the authority of a guardian or conservator of the adult, unless the guardian or conservator approves in writing the adult entering into the supported decision-making agreement.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 13.56.010
What does Alaska Statutes § 13.56.010 cover?
Section 13.56.010 ("Agreements authorized.") 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 § 13.56.010?
A common citation format is "Alaska Statutes § 13.56.010" (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?
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How does Alaska § 13.56.010 apply to my situation?
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