Can I require customers to sign liability waivers in Alaska? What are the requirements?

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Liability Waivers in Alaska

Yes, you can require customers to sign liability waivers in Alaska.

Requirements for Liability Waivers

To require customers to sign liability waivers in Alaska, you must follow the requirements set forth in AS 28.20.100. The release from liability must clearly state the name of the person released, be signed by the person making the release, and be notarized by a notary public or witnessed by a division employee using the release form provided by the department ^[1.1].

Additional Information

It is important to note that AS 28.22.021 requires the owner or operator of a motor vehicle required to have motor vehicle liability insurance to show proof of this insurance when involved in an accident that results in bodily injury to or death of a person, or damage to the property of a person exceeding $501 ^[2.1].

Conclusion

You can require customers to sign liability waivers in Alaska, but you must follow the requirements set forth in AS 28.20.100. The release from liability must clearly state the name of the person released, be signed by the person making the release, and be notarized by a notary public or witnessed by a division employee using the release form provided by the department. Additionally, AS 28.22.021 requires the owner or operator of a motor vehicle required to have motor vehicle liability insurance to show proof of this insurance when involved in an accident that results in bodily injury to or death of a person, or damage to the property of a person exceeding $501 ^[1.1][2.1].

Source(s):

• [1.1] Release from liability.
• [2.1] Requirement of proof of motor vehicle liability insurance.

Jurisdiction

Alaska

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