Alaskans with certain low-level marijuana convictions can keep record private under new law

By: Corinne Smith

Outlets: Alaska Beacon

Published: July 7, 2026

Words: 413

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 1 day ago

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Alaskans who have been convicted for low-level marijuana possession will be able to apply to keep their records confidential so they do not appear in background checks, under a new law that takes effect in 2027.

The change is part of a wide-ranging omnibus crime package that was approved by the Alaska Legislature and allowed to pass into law without Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s signature in June.

Alaskans are eligible if they have …

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