The rate of violent crime in Alaska is among the highest in the nation, 56 percent higher than the average for the country. An even more staggering figure is that rapes occur at a rate nearly 200 percent higher than the average across the US.
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Alaska Criminal Procedure
Alaska’s criminal procedure goes through several stages to make sure a suspect did commit the crime and to hold the
Continue readingThe Aging Crime Database of Alaska is a true Money Guzzler!
Wow! The state government finally saw the light after *blowing* nearly $30 million to update Alaska’s ancient criminal database. This
Continue readingAlaska’s Criminal Justice System may get an overhaul!
Alaska’s leaders recently announced a major overhaul of their crime policies. During a press conference in Anchorage, they shared plans
Continue readingA Ray of Hope the Alaskan Native Nations
Alaska has a system of law enforcement that is considered the most centralized in all of the United States, and while that may serve the bulk of the state well, the Alaskan Native Nations are clearly suffering the consequences of this centralization.
Continue readingResearch Center Releases Positive Crime Statistics
The Alaska Justice Statistical Center shared some surprising stats about burglaries. In July 2014, the University of Alaska in Anchorage
Continue readingAlaska Crime History Information Center
The Criminal Records and Information Bureau (CRIB) holds the statewide repository of **criminal history data** for Alaska. Thus, every criminal
Continue readingAlaska Court System warrants
The Alaska judicial system has **4 distinct levels**. Each court level holds unique powers, with higher levels adding more jurisdiction.
Continue readingAlaska Active Warrant Search
Alaska arrest warrant information is available to just about everybody as long as the ensuing criminal trial ended in a
Continue readingCrime in Alaska: 2024 Trends and Concerns
In 2024, Alaska’s crime scene shows a mix of hopeful changes and worrying increases in violence. Rising Homicide Rates While
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