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challenge brought by 10 environmental organizations against the Department of Interior (DOI)’s decision to revoke two outdated land withdrawals, and the conveyance of approximately 1.4 million acres along the Dalton Highway Corridor to the State.

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May 1, 2026 • PRESS RELEASE

Evan Anthony Chiskok, Jr. Sentenced to More Than 42 Years for Attempted Sexual Assault in the First Degree and Probation Violations

(Anchorage, Alaska) - Yesterday Anchorage Judge Jack McKenna sentenced 60-year-old Evan Anthony Chiskok, Jr. to 40 years to serve for Attempted Sexual Assault in the First Degree.

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April 30, 2026 • PRESS RELEASE

Jose Dominguez Ballesteros Convicted of Sexual Abuse of a Minor and Indecent Exposure

(Anchorage, AK) – Today, an Anchorage jury convicted 43-year-old Jose Dominguez Ballesteros of Sexual Abuse of a Minor in the Second Degree and two counts of Indecent Exposure in the First Degree.

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.

Values

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.

We encourage a respectful, collaborative, and professional workplace where excellence, integrity, trust, diversity, and accountability are prioritized.