Alaska Stat. § 09.45. § 09.45.110
Time when action to recover possession may be brought
Operative Text
An action for the recovery of the possession of the premises may be commenced on or after the date the tenant or person in possession unlawfully holds possession of the dwelling unit or rental premises by force, as determined under AS 09.45.090.
Alaska Statute AS 09.45 § 09.45.110 establishes the earliest point at which a landlord may file a legal action to reclaim possession of a rental property. The action can begin on or after the date a tenant or other occupant is determined to be unlawfully holding the premises by force, as defined under AS 09.45.090. The rule ties the timing of the lawsuit directly to the date the unlawful forcible hold begins, not to some later point.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under AS 09.45 § 09.45.110, a property owner or manager who believes a tenant or occupant is unlawfully holding a unit by force may initiate a court action for possession starting on the very date that unlawful hold is established under AS 09.45.090. Compliant operators typically document the circumstances and dates carefully, since the statute's timing provision is keyed to a specific date of unlawful possession. Maintaining clear records of notices, communications, and lease terms helps establish the factual foundation that courts look to when evaluating such claims.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
AS 09.45 § 09.45.110 governs when a landlord may bring a court action to recover possession, and understanding it can be important if you receive notice of such a proceeding. The statute requires that the unlawful forcible hold be established under AS 09.45.090 before an action can proceed, meaning the timing and characterization of possession are central issues a tenant may raise in response to a lawsuit. Tenants facing a possession action may find it useful to contact a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid office to understand how these timing requirements apply to their circumstances.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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