Idaho § 18-915A - Removing a firearm from a law enforcement officer
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 18-915A — Removing a firearm from a law enforcement officer, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 18-915A. Removing a firearm from a law enforcement officer
(1) A person may not knowingly remove or attempt to remove a firearm from the possession of another person if:
(a) The other person is lawfully acting within the course and scope of employment; and
(b) The person knows or has reason to know that the other person is employed as any of the following:
(i) A law enforcement officer who, in an official capacity, is authorized to make arrests; or
(ii) An employee of the Idaho board of correction, the Idaho department of juvenile corrections, any prison, jail, detention or booking facility or private correctional facility within the state, or the commission of pardons and parole.
(2) A person who violates this section is guilty of a felony.
(3) A sentence imposed for a violation of this section may be imposed separate from and consecutive to or concurrent with a sentence for any offense based on the act or acts establishing the offense under this section.
[18-915A, added 1998, ch. 395, sec. 1, p. 1239; am. 2000, ch. 272, sec. 4, p. 789.]
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 18-915A
What does Idaho Statutes § 18-915A cover?
Section 18-915A ("Removing a firearm from a law enforcement officer") is part of the Idaho Statutes, the codified statutory law of Idaho. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Idaho § 18-915A?
A common citation format is "Idaho Statutes § 18-915A" (Idaho). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Idaho law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Idaho official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Idaho attorney.
How does Idaho § 18-915A apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Idaho can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Idaho.