What is the maximum sentence for domestic violence in Alaska?

Under AS 18.66.990 / AS 11.41.230 (Class A Misdemeanor (fourth degree); enhanced for repeat offenders), Alaska domestic violence carries a maximum sentence of 1 year and a maximum fine of $10,000.

Does Alaska have a mandatory minimum for domestic violence?

Alaska does not impose a blanket mandatory minimum for simple domestic violence. Specific charges or enhancements may carry their own minimums.

What factors enhance a domestic violence charge in Alaska?

In Alaska, domestic violence penalties can be enhanced by: Two or more prior DV convictions within 10 years (Class C Felony under AS 11.41.220); Strangulation (felony assault); Use of a dangerous instrument.

Alaska Domestic Violence Law

Alaska Domestic Violence Defense

What you're facing under AS 18.66.990 / AS 11.41.230, how the penalties scale, and the questions your attorney needs to answer, specific to Alaska (AK) domestic violence law.

Offense Class

Class A Misdemeanor (fourth degree); enhanced for repeat offenders

Maximum Penalty

1 year

Maximum Fine

$10,000

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Federal Firearms Prohibition (Lautenberg Amendment)

A conviction for misdemeanor domestic violence in Alaska carries a federalfirearms-possession ban under 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(9). This consequence is collateral to Alaska state penalties and applies regardless of the state sentence imposed.

Penalty Range in Alaska

StatuteAS 18.66.990 / AS 11.41.230 — Domestic Violence Assault — Fourth Degree

Minimum Penalty

Maximum Penalty1 year

Maximum Fine$10,000

Charge Enhancements

These factors can elevate the charge or penalty in Alaska:

Two or more prior DV convictions within 10 years (Class C Felony under AS 11.41.220)
Strangulation (felony assault)
Use of a dangerous instrument

Alaska-Specific Detail

Alaska designates DV as a factor, not a separate crime. Any assault charge with a DV designation has enhanced consequences including mandatory arrest, firearm prohibition, and no diversion.

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Important: This page provides legal INFORMATION about Alaska domestic violence law as of the date of publication. Laws change frequently. This is not legal advice. The analysis draws on methods developed by defense attorneys, applied to public data. Your attorney remains the final authority on defense direction.