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Alaska Drunk Driving Defense FAQs

• Q: If My License Is Seized, What Are The Consequences For A Third Offense?
  A: Three year revocation; alcohol education or drug treatment; $250 reinstatement fee; and court fines and fees.
• Q: Must I Be Convicted In A Court Of Law For Minor Possession Or Consumption Of Drugs Or Alcohol For The Revocation To Occur?
  A: No. This action is an administrative action and is automatic once a revocation notice is issued by an officer. It is in addition to any action taken by the court system.
• Q: Do I Have To Be Driving?
  A: No. The "USE IT, LOSE IT" law addresses minors who use or carry drugs or alcohol under any circumstances.
• Q: Will This Law Affect Me Even If I Do Not Have A Driver's License?
  A: Yes. The revocation can be issued for any alcohol or drug violation by a minor and affects not only licensed drivers but permit drivers as well. Also, any person with … More
• Q: Can I Drive If My Parents Are In The Car With Me?
  A: No. If your license is revoked, you may not drive in Alaska under any circumstance, including using a driver's license from another jurisdiction, until you have … More
• Q: Is There Anything I Can Do To Reduce The Amount Of Time Of The Revocation?
  A: No.
• Q: What Are The Speed Limits In Alaska?
  A: Unless Otherwise Posted Absolute Interstate 65 mph Ltd Access Rds 55 mph Other Primary Rds 55 mph Residential 25 mph More
• Q: How Are Speed Limits Enforced?
  A: Enforced through use of: Pacing Yes Radar Yes Vascar No Photo Radar No Aircraft Yes Laser Yes More
• Q: Are There Surcharges On Traffic Tickets?
  A: Alaska has a ticket surcharge over and above the fine schedule.
• Q: What If I Dont Pay My Fine?
  A: A driver's license can be suspended for failure to pay a traffic ticket.
• Q: Are There Any Unique Provisions In Alaska?
  A: Alaska law requires a motor home or travel trailer/truck with more than 5 vehicles behind it to turn off the main roadway and let the traffic by.