Terms Used In Alaska Statutes 47.30.693

  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.

When a minor under 18 years of age is detained at or admitted or committed to a treatment facility, the facility shall inform the parent or guardian of the location of the minor as soon as possible after the arrival of the minor at the facility. When an adult for whom a guardian has been appointed is detained at or admitted or committed to a treatment facility and the facility is aware of the appointment, the facility shall inform the guardian of the location of the adult as soon as possible after the arrival of the adult at the facility.