A Domestic Violence Protective Order
AS 18.66.110 — an emergency order for 72 hours, an ex parte order for 20 days, and a long term order for one year
A person who is or has been the victim of a crime involving domestic violence may petition the district or superior court for a protective order against a household member, and a parent or guardian may petition for a minor.
Who handles this in Alaska: Alaska Legal Services Corporation, apply for help and Alaska Legal Services Corporation; and legal aid programs, lawyer referral and the state offices, listed in the Alaska directory.
| The order | How it comes | Lasts |
|---|---|---|
| The orderEmergency | How it comesA peace officer asks a judicial officer, with the victim's consent, in person or by telephone | Lasts72 hours |
| The orderEx parte | How it comesThe victim petitions, and the court finds probable cause | Lasts20 days |
| The orderLong term | How it comesA hearing with at least 10 days' notice to the respondent | LastsOne year for most terms |
An order can bar the respondent from threatening or committing domestic violence, stalking or harassment, and from contacting the petitioner directly or indirectly. The bar on threats and violence lasts until the court orders otherwise.
Extending it, and breaking it. Within 30 days before, or 60 days after, a long term order ends, the petitioner may ask for an extension. Knowingly violating a protective order is a class A misdemeanor.
Sources for this section (3)
- AS 18.66.100 — Protective orders: eligible petitioners; relief
- AS 18.66.110 — Ex parte and emergency protective orders
- AS 11.56.740 — Violating a protective order
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Alaska attorney.