Alaska § 42.20.040 - Removal of instrument or meter or disconnecting of wire.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 42.20.040 — Removal of instrument or meter or disconnecting of wire., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 42.20.040. Removal of instrument or meter or disconnecting of wire.
An agent or employee of a telephone or electric light company may not remove any instrument or meter or disconnect any wire connected to the instrument or meter without notifying the owner, agent, or tenant of the building or room where the instrument or meter is installed. A notice in writing of the intention to remove the instrument or meter or to disconnect a wire is sufficient if delivered to the owner, agent, or tenant of the building or room before removal or disconnection, or in case of the absence of the owner, agent, or tenant, either by depositing the notice in the post office with postage prepaid, or by posting in a conspicuous place upon the building or room 24 hours before removal or disconnection. An agent or employee of a telephone or electric light company may not enter a building or room to examine, remove, or disconnect an instrument or meter without first announcing the agent's or employee's presence to the occupant. A person violating this section is guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction, is punishable by a fine of not more than $200, or by imprisonment for not more than 30 days, or by both.
Source: official Alaska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 42.20.040
What does Alaska Statutes § 42.20.040 cover?
Section 42.20.040 ("Removal of instrument or meter or disconnecting of wire.") 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 § 42.20.040?
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Is this the official text of Alaska law?
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How does Alaska § 42.20.040 apply to my situation?
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