Idaho § 18-3302E - Possession of a weapon by a minor

Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 18-3302E — Possession of a weapon by a minor, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 18-3302E. Possession of a weapon by a minor

(1) It shall be unlawful for any person under the age of eighteen (18) years to possess or have in possession any weapon, as defined in section 18-3302A , Idaho Code, unless he:

(a) Has the written permission of his parent or guardian to possess the weapon; or

(b) Is accompanied by his parent or guardian while he has the weapon in his possession.

(2) Any minor under the age of twelve (12) years in possession of a weapon shall be accompanied by an adult.

(3) Any person who violates the provisions of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor.

[18-3302E, added 1994, ch. 369, sec. 2, p. 1187.]

Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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