Alaska Lockouts and utility shutoffs
Can a landlord change the locks or shut off utilities in Alaska?
If a landlord unlawfully removes or excludes a tenant, or willfully cuts electricity, gas, water or other essential services, the tenant can recover possession or end the lease and recover up to 1.5 times actual damages.
Verified Source: AS 34.03.210 · last checked 2026-10-23
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