Alaska Stat. § 18.80. § 18.80.140
Effect of compliance with order
Operative Text
Immediate and continuing compliance with all the terms of a commission order is a bar to criminal prosecution for the particular instances of discriminatory practice described in the accusation issued under AS 18.80.120.
Under AS 18.80 § 18.80.140, when a person or entity fully and continuously complies with every term of a commission order, that compliance serves as a legal bar to criminal prosecution for the specific discriminatory housing practices identified in the underlying accusation. The protection is tied directly to the particular instances described in the accusation — it does not extend to other acts or future violations. This provision creates a compliance-based shield within Alaska's civil rights enforcement framework.
Plain English — not legal advice.
AS 18.80 § 18.80.140 means that property owners or managers who receive a commission order related to discriminatory practices and then comply immediately and continuously with all of its terms gain protection from criminal prosecution for those specific described acts. Compliant operators generally document every step taken to fulfill the order's requirements and maintain records demonstrating ongoing adherence. Because the bar applies only to the particular instances named in the accusation, operators typically ensure that their broader practices also conform to Alaska's anti-discrimination requirements under AS 18.80.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
AS 18.80 § 18.80.140 establishes that a landlord's compliance with a commission order shields them from criminal prosecution only for the specific discriminatory acts described in the accusation — it does not erase the underlying finding or necessarily limit other remedies available to affected parties. If you believe you have experienced housing discrimination in Alaska, the Alaska State Commission for Human Rights is the body that issues orders under AS 18.80.120, and tenant-rights organizations can help explain what remedies may remain available even after an order is issued. Understanding the scope of this provision can be important when evaluating what outcomes a commission process might produce.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated October 28, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
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