Idaho § 18-403 - Abandonment or nonsupport prima facie wilful
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 18-403 — Abandonment or nonsupport prima facie wilful, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 18-403. Abandonment or nonsupport prima facie wilful
Proof of the abandonment or nonsupport of a wife, or the desertion of a child or children, ward or wards, or the omission to furnish necessary food, clothing, shelter, or medical attendance for a child or children, ward or wards, is prima facie evidence that such abandonment or nonsupport, or omission to furnish food, clothing, shelter, or medical attendance is wilful.
[18-403, added 1972, ch. 336, sec. 1, p. 860.]
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 18-403
What does Idaho Statutes § 18-403 cover?
Section 18-403 ("Abandonment or nonsupport prima facie wilful") 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 § 18-403?
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Is this the official text of Idaho law?
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