Alaska § 18.50.170 - Foundling registration.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 18.50.170 — Foundling registration., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 18.50.170. Foundling registration.
(a) The person who assumes the custody of a living infant of unknown parentage shall within seven days report the information prescribed by the state registrar on a form and in the manner prescribed by the state registrar to the local registrar of the registration district in which the child was found.
(b) The place where the child was found shall be entered as the place of birth and the date of birth shall be determined by approximation.
(c) A report registered under this section constitutes the certificate of birth for the infant.
(d) If the child is identified and a certificate of birth is found or obtained, a report registered under this section shall be sealed and filed in accordance with instructions of the state registrar, and may be opened only by order of a superior court or as provided by regulation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 18.50.170
What does Alaska Statutes § 18.50.170 cover?
Section 18.50.170 ("Foundling registration.") 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 § 18.50.170?
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Is this the official text of Alaska law?
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How does Alaska § 18.50.170 apply to my situation?
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