Idaho § 39-109
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 39-109, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39-109.
Commencement of civil enforcement actions - Criminal actions authorized - Duties of attorney general. Upon request of the director, it shall be the duty of the attorney general to institute and prosecute civil enforcement actions or injunctive actions as provided in section 39-108 , Idaho Code, and to prosecute actions or proceedings for the enforcement of any criminal provisions of this chapter. In addition, when deemed by the director to be necessary, the director may retain or employ private counsel. The attorney general may delegate the authority and duty under this section to prosecute criminal actions to the prosecuting attorney of the county in which such a criminal action may arise.
[39-109, added 1986, ch. 60, sec. 4, p. 174; am. 2000, ch. 132, sec. 17, p. 333.]
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 39-109
What does Idaho Statutes § 39-109 cover?
Section 39-109 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 § 39-109?
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Is this the official text of Idaho law?
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