Domestic Violence and Child Custody/Visitation
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Alaska Amber Alert
The Alaska Amber Alert web page offers information about how to keep your child safe, what to do if your child is missing, and how the Alaska Amber Alert Plan works.
Alaska CASA Programs
The court appoints these volunteers to speak up for neglected or abused children. Learn more about their services, contact information, and location.
Custody Forms
Complete forms and instructions about how to file for and litigate a custody case between unmarried parents. Married parents must request custody in conjunction with their divorce.
Domestic Violence during COVID-19
What if I am experiencing Domestic Violence during the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Domestic Violence Protection Order Forms
The Alaska Court System provides forms and instructions for requesting protection from domestic violence and sexual assault, including an excellent form filling tool for protective order petitions.
How Domestic Violence Impacts a Custody Dispute
Frequently asked questions about how the Courts determine custody when one parent has a history of violence.
If You Are In Danger, Read This!
Please note that computers, phones, and other devices can be monitored by your abuser and are impossible to clear. The Stalking Resource Center provides information about how technology can be used to stalk, and what steps victims can take to protect themselves
What is a Guardian ad Litem or Custody Investigator?
A brief explanation of the terms "Guardian ad Litem" (GAL) and "Custody Investigator (CI)" in Alaska State Court custody or divorce with children cases.