Emergency Family-Law Resources in Alaska
Official starting points for immediate safety, interim custody orders, and domestic violence protective orders.
Temporary orders involving children
Alaska does not promise same-day rulings on any private interim filing. Emergency hearings are limited. Use the Superior Court procedure for interim relief and confirm the receiving court's local intake and deadlines.
A parent can request an interim custody order through the Superior Court procedure. For an immediate threat, a Domestic Violence Protective Order is a separate, faster route.
Domestic Violence Protective Orders (AS 18.66)
Alaska's Domestic Violence Protective Order is filed under AS 18.66.100-.180. An ex parte order is valid for 20 days (AS 18.66.110); a full hearing is held within ~10-20 days. A full order is valid for up to 1 year, renewable. The court may order firearm surrender. Filing is free.
Alaska child protective (OCS)
Reports of suspected abuse or neglect go to Alaska Office of Children's Services (OCS) under DFCS; call 911 for immediate. The OCS Child Abuse Hotline is 1-800-478-4444, staffed 24/7. For child sexual abuse, report to BOTH OCS and law enforcement. An unsubstantiated report does not prove it was knowingly false and does not by itself end custody.
- AS 18.66 — Domestic Violence Protective Orders
- Alaska OCS / DFCS
- Alaska Court System — DV protective orders
Always confirm current local forms, fees, and filing procedure with the Superior Court clerk handling your case.