Alaska § 47.80.020 - Protection and advocacy of rights.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 47.80.020 — Protection and advocacy of rights., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 47.80.020. Protection and advocacy of rights.
The department shall establish a system to protect and advocate rights of persons with disabilities. The system (1) has the authority to pursue legal, administrative, and other appropriate remedies to assure the protection of the rights of persons with disabilities; and
(2) shall be independent of any state agency that provides treatment, services, or habilitation of persons with disabilities.
Article 2. Programs and Plans.
Source: official Alaska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 47.80.020
What does Alaska Statutes § 47.80.020 cover?
Section 47.80.020 ("Protection and advocacy of rights.") 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.
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