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Alaska Statutes.

Title 13. Estates, Guardianships, Transfers, Trusts.

Chapter 26. Protection of Persons Under Disability and Their Property; Powers of Attorney

Section 55. Court Appointment of Guardian of Minor; Qualifications; Priority of Minor's Nominee.

AS 13.26.055. Court Appointment of Guardian of Minor; Qualifications; Priority of Minor's Nominee.

The court may appoint as guardian any person whose appointment would be in the best interests of the minor. The court shall appoint a person nominated by the minor, if the minor is 14 years of age or older, unless the court finds the appointment contrary to the best interests of the minor.

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