Alaska Data Breach Notification Law
AS 45.48.010–45.48.090
Alaska's Personal Information Protection Act (AS 45.48.010–45.48.090) requires businesses that own or license personal information about Alaska residents to notify affected individuals when that information is accessed or acquired. Notification must be made in the most expedient time possible. Alaska's law covers Social Security numbers, driver's license numbers, account numbers with passwords, and other financial data.
What This Law Covers
Alaska's breach notification law requires businesses and government agencies that maintain personal information about Alaska residents to notify affected individuals when that information is subject to unauthorized access or acquisition. "Personal information" typically includes Social Security numbers, driver's license numbers, financial account numbers, and in many states has been expanded to cover medical data, biometric data, online credentials, and tax IDs.
What the Company Must Tell You
A compliant breach notification to Alaska residents must include:
- ✓A description of the breach — what happened and when
- ✓The types of personal information that were involved
- ✓What the company is doing to investigate and contain the breach
- ✓Steps you can take to protect yourself (e.g., credit freeze, fraud alert)
- ✓Contact information so you can ask questions
Attorney General Notification
Alaska's law No specific AG threshold.
No specific AG threshold
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This reference is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Last reviewed: 2025-01-01. Laws change frequently — always verify against the current official statute and consult a licensed attorney for advice specific to your situation.
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