Idaho § 1-905 - Vacancy in office - Absence or disability of judge - Jurisdiction of other judges
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 1-905 — Vacancy in office - Absence or disability of judge - Jurisdiction of other judges, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1-905. Vacancy in office - Absence or disability of judge - Jurisdiction of other judges
In case of a vacancy in the office of any district judge, or in his absence from the judicial district or state, or his sickness or inability to act from any cause, motions may be made before, or orders granted by, any other district judge, who shall have the same jurisdiction under this chapter as though he was the judge of said district, and orders, writs and judgments entered by such judge shall be made matters of record as herein directed and have the same effect as though made by the judge of said district.
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 1-905
What does Idaho Statutes § 1-905 cover?
Section 1-905 ("Vacancy in office - Absence or disability of judge - Jurisdiction of other judges") 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 § 1-905?
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Is this the official text of Idaho law?
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