Idaho § 45-416 - Interference with property subject to lien - Liability to lienholder
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 45-416 — Interference with property subject to lien - Liability to lienholder, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45-416. Interference with property subject to lien - Liability to lienholder
Any person who shall injure, impair or destroy, or who shall render difficult, uncertain or impossible of identification, any saw logs, spars, piles, cord wood or other timber, upon which there is a lien as herein provided, without the express consent of the person entitled to such lien, shall be liable to the lienholder for the damages to the amount secured by his lien, plus reasonable attorney’s fees to be fixed by the court, which may be recovered by civil action against such person.
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 45-416
What does Idaho Statutes § 45-416 cover?
Section 45-416 ("Interference with property subject to lien - Liability to lienholder") 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 § 45-416?
A common citation format is "Idaho Statutes § 45-416" (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 § 45-416 apply to my situation?
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