Alaska § 22.20.080 - Compelling attorney to deliver over money or papers.

Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 22.20.080 — Compelling attorney to deliver over money or papers., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 22.20.080. Compelling attorney to deliver over money or papers.

When an attorney refuses to deliver over money or papers to a person from or for whom the attorney has received them in the course of professional employment, whether in a judicial proceeding or not, a court may, by order, require the attorney to do so within a specified time or show cause why punishment for a contempt should not be imposed on the attorney.

Source: official Alaska text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 22.20.080

What does Alaska Statutes § 22.20.080 cover?

Section 22.20.080 ("Compelling attorney to deliver over money or papers.") 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 § 22.20.080?

A common citation format is "Alaska Statutes § 22.20.080" (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 § 22.20.080 apply to my situation?

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