Studded Tires and Chains
AS 28.35.155 — off from May 1 through September 15 in the north, April 15 through September 30 in the south
| Where | No studs or chains on paved roads |
|---|---|
| WhereNorth of 60 North Latitude | No studs or chains on paved roadsMay 1 through September 15 |
| WhereSouth of 60 North Latitude | No studs or chains on paved roadsApril 15 through September 30 |
| WhereThe paved Sterling Highway, wherever it runs | No studs or chains on paved roadsMay 1 through September 15 |
Who handles this in Alaska: Alaska Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service; and legal aid programs and the state offices, listed in the Alaska directory.
A studded tire is one with metal studs or spikes set in its surface and sticking out no more than one-fourth inch. The commissioner of public safety may extend the season by emergency order for unusual weather.
Sources for this section (1)
- AS 28.35.155 — Operation of vehicle with certain tires prohibited
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Alaska attorney.