In a criminal prosecution under Alaska Stat. Chapter 11.41, the court may not order or compel the victim to undergo a psychiatric or psychological examination unless

(1) the victim’s psychiatric or psychological condition is an element of the offense charged; or

Terms Used In Alaska Statutes 12.45.042

  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
(2) the prosecution has given notice that it will present evidence at trial that the victim suffers from a continuing psychological or psychiatric condition that resulted from the offense charged.
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