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Call Recording Laws in Alaska 2025

Last Updated: February 17, 2025

Alaska is a one-party consent state. This means that if you are on a call where every participant is located in Alaska, your consent is enough to record it under Alaska Stat. § 42.20.310 . However, if any party on the call is in a state with stricter consent laws, you must obtain consent from all parties.

Overview of Alaska Call Recording Law

Under Alaska Stat. § 42.20.310 , it is illegal to intercept or record a private communication without the consent of at least one party involved. In Alaska, if every participant is located within the state, your consent alone is sufficient. Otherwise, if one or more participants are in jurisdictions with stricter laws, additional consent is necessary.

Is It Legal to Record a Call in Alaska?

Yes. If you are directly involved in a conversation and all participants are in Alaska, your consent is enough to record the call (see Alaska Stat. § 42.20.310 ). However, if the call involves participants from other states with stricter consent requirements, you must secure consent from everyone.

Alaska One-Party Consent or Two-Party Consent?

Alaska is a one-party consent state. This means that if every participant is located in Alaska, only one party’s consent is required (refer to Alaska Stat. § 42.20.310 ). For calls that include parties from other states, you should follow the strictest applicable law by obtaining consent from all parties.

Penalties for Illegal Recording in Alaska

Failing to obtain the necessary consent for recording a conversation in Alaska can lead to criminal charges. Violations may result in misdemeanor or felony charges, along with fines and potential jail time (see Alaska Stat. § 42.20.310 for details).

Federal vs. Alaska Law

Federal law generally allows one-party consent under 18 U.S.C. § 2511 . When a call involves parties from different states, it is safest to adhere to the strictest applicable law. For further context, see our Call Recording Laws by State guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alaska a one-party consent state?

Yes. Alaska Stat. § 42.20.310 confirms that only one party’s consent is required if all participants are in Alaska.

Can I record calls in Alaska without telling the other person?

Yes, if you are on a call where every participant is in Alaska, your consent is sufficient. If any participant is from a state with stricter laws, you must obtain consent from everyone.

What happens if I illegally record someone in Alaska?

Illegally recording a conversation may result in criminal charges, including fines and imprisonment. For more details, refer to Alaska Stat. § 42.20.310 .

What if my call involves parties in different states?

Always follow the strictest applicable law. If any participant is in a state that requires all-party consent, obtain consent from everyone.

Additional Resources

For more details, visit Alaska Stat. § 42.20.310 , 18 U.S.C. § 2511 , or check out our Call Recording Laws by State guide.

The information in this article is intended as a general guide and should not be taken as legal advice. For legal advice, please consult a lawyer.

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