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May 11, 2026 • PRESS RELEASE

Ketchikan Jury Finds Jared Robinson Guilty of a Physical Assault and Attempted Sexual Assault

(Ketchikan, AK) – Last Friday, a Ketchikan jury found Jared Robinson, 42, guilty of Attempted Sexual Assault in the First Degree, Attempted Sexual Assault in the Second Degree, Assault in the Fourth Degree, Unlawful Contact, and Violation of Conditions of Release.

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May 8, 2026 • PRESS RELEASE

Fairbanks Man Sentenced To 90 Years for the Murder of His Co-Defendant from Prior Armed Robbery

(Fairbanks, AK) – Yesterday, Superior Court Judge Earl Peterson sentenced 25-year-old Kevin Robinson to 90 years imprisonment for the murder of 21-year-old Robert Rones in 2022.

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May 7, 2026 • PRESS RELEASE

State of Alaska Moves to Dismiss Litigation Challenging Federal Decision Authorizing 1.4 Million Acre Transfer along Dalton Utility Corridor

(Anchorage, AK) – The State of Alaska has filed a motion to dismiss a challenge brought by 10 environmental organizations against the Department of Interior (DOI)’s decision to revoke two outdated land withdrawals, and the conveyance of approximately 1.4 million acres along the Dalton Highway Corridor to the State.

Attorney General Stephen J. Cox

Attorney General Designee
Stephen J. Cox

Mission

The Department of Law upholds the rule of law, protects public safety, and provides high quality legal representation to executive branch agencies for the benefit of all Alaskans.


Vision

The Department of Law is committed to excellence in our work. We will maintain the highest standards of ethics and professionalism to promote exceptional legal representation to the state through a valued and well-trained team of attorneys and administrative professionals dedicated to public service.

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We serve Alaska in a way that earns the trust of the public and fosters confidence in criminal prosecutions and state government.

We seek fair and just resolutions to legal disputes while honoring the rights of crime victims and other injured parties.

We foster a healthy work/life balance.

We encourage professional development.

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