February 29th, 1916
Judge Sentences Inmate Three More Years for Failing to Submit DNA Sample
(Kenai, AK) – Superior Court Judge Eric B. Smith found David Simmons guilty of five counts of violating an order to submit to DNA testing after hearing evidence at a court trial conducted on March 22, 2023. Under AS 44.41.035, persons convicted of felony offenses, or crimes against a person, are required to provide a DNA […]
Bill protecting access to low-level marijuana convictions passes House
JUNEAU – Wednesday, the Alaska House of Representatives passed legislation by Representative Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins which would make confidential the records of individuals who have been convicted of minor marijuana crimes. Despite the legalization of marijuana in 2014, many Alaskans remain blocked from employment and housing due to previous marijuana convictions. According to the Department of […]
Governor Dunleavy Unveils Plan to Collect DNA Samples and Fight Against Sexual Assaults and Violent Offenders In Alaska
(Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy Tuesday unveiled his plan to help law enforcement agencies investigate and remove sexual predators and violent offenders from the streets in Alaska, giving survivors of sexual assaults more control over their cases. Today’s announcement furthers a top priority of the Dunleavy Administration to combat the high rates of […]