Idaho § 26-709 - Statutory bad debt
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 26-709 — Statutory bad debt, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 26-709. Statutory bad debt
Every bank carrying any bad debt, or a debt of doubtful value, as an asset shall, upon the request or demand of the director, collect the same or put it in good bankable condition or charge it out of its books. Any debt on which interest is past due and unpaid for a period of six (6) months, unless the same is well secured and in process of collection, shall be considered a bad debt within the meaning of this section.
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 26-709
What does Idaho Statutes § 26-709 cover?
Section 26-709 ("Statutory bad debt") 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 § 26-709?
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Is this the official text of Idaho law?
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