Idaho § 19-1205 - Form of bench warrant
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 19-1205 — Form of bench warrant, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19-1205. Form of bench warrant
The bench warrant, upon presentment, must be substantially in the following form:
County of ….. The state of Idaho to any sheriff, constable, marshal or policeman in this state: A presentment having been made on the …. day of …., …. to the district court of the county of …., charging C.D. with the crime of …., (designating it generally) you are therefore commanded forthwith to arrest the above named C.D., and take him before E.F., a magistrate of this county, or in case of his absence or inability to act, before the nearest and most accessible magistrate in this county. Given under my hand with the seal of said court affixed, this …. day of …., …..
By order of the court.
(Seal.)
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 19-1205
What does Idaho Statutes § 19-1205 cover?
Section 19-1205 ("Form of bench warrant") 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 § 19-1205?
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Is this the official text of Idaho law?
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How does Idaho § 19-1205 apply to my situation?
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