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(a) The ombudsman and staff of the ombudsman may not testify or be deposed in a judicial or administrative proceeding regarding matters coming to their attention in the exercise of their official duties, except as may be necessary to enforce the provisions of this chapter.
(b) The records of the ombudsman and staff of the ombudsman, including notes, drafts, and records obtained from an individual or agency during intake, review, or investigation of a complaint, and any reports not released to the public in accordance with AS 24.55.200, are not subject to disclosure or production in response to a subpoena or discovery in a judicial or administrative proceeding, except as the ombudsman determines may be necessary to enforce the provisions of this chapter. Disclosure by the ombudsman is subject to the restrictions on disclosure in AS 24.55.160--24.55.190.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Alaska Statutes Title 24. Legislature and Lobbying § 24.55.260. Ombudsman's privilege not to testify or disclose documents - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ak/title-24-legislature-and-lobbying/ak-st-sect-24-55-260/
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