Idaho § 16-1607 - Reporting in bad faith - Civil damages
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 16-1607 — Reporting in bad faith - Civil damages, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16-1607. Reporting in bad faith - Civil damages
Any person who makes a report or allegation of child abuse, abandonment or neglect knowing the same to be false or who reports or alleges the same in bad faith or with malice shall be liable to the party or parties against whom the report was made for the amount of actual damages sustained or statutory damages of two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500), whichever is greater, plus attorney’s fees and costs of suit. If the court finds that the defendant acted with malice or oppression, the court may award treble actual damages or treble statutory damages, whichever is greater.
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 16-1607
What does Idaho Statutes § 16-1607 cover?
Section 16-1607 ("Reporting in bad faith - Civil 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 § 16-1607?
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Is this the official text of Idaho law?
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How does Idaho § 16-1607 apply to my situation?
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