Idaho § 58-409 - Violation of preceding sections a misdemeanor - Action for damages
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 58-409 — Violation of preceding sections a misdemeanor - Action for damages, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 58-409. Violation of preceding sections a misdemeanor - Action for damages
Any person violating any of the provisions of sections 58-401 to 58-410 , inclusive, shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and on conviction thereof shall be fined in the sum of not less than ten dollars ($10.00) nor more than $100, or be punished by imprisonment of not less than sixty (60) days, or by both fine and imprisonment, as the court may direct. Suit may also be brought in the name of the state whenever such damage has been caused by any violation of the provisions of sections 58-401 to 58-410 , inclusive, by any person or persons engaged in any business or pleasure pursuit whatever.
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 58-409
What does Idaho Statutes § 58-409 cover?
Section 58-409 ("Violation of preceding sections a misdemeanor - Action for damages") 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 § 58-409?
A common citation format is "Idaho Statutes § 58-409" (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?
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How does Idaho § 58-409 apply to my situation?
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