Idaho § 6-506 - Service by publication
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 6-506 — Service by publication, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6-506. Service by publication
If a party having a share or interest is unknown, or any one of the known parties reside out of the state, or cannot be found therein, and such fact is made to appear by affidavit, the summons may be served on such absent or unknown party by publication, as in other cases. When publication is made, the summons, as published, must be accompanied by a brief description of the property which is the subject of the action.
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 6-506
What does Idaho Statutes § 6-506 cover?
Section 6-506 ("Service by publication") 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 § 6-506?
A common citation format is "Idaho Statutes § 6-506" (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 § 6-506 apply to my situation?
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