Idaho § 18-5402 - Oath defined
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 18-5402 — Oath defined, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 18-5402. Oath defined
The term "oath" as used in section 18-5401 , Idaho Code, includes an affirmation, and every other mode authorized by law of attesting the truth of that which is stated, including a certification or declaration under penalty of perjury permitted by the law of this state, whether subscribed within or without this state.
[18-5402, added 1972, ch. 336, sec. 1, p. 948; am. 2013, ch. 259, sec. 2, p. 636.]
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 18-5402
What does Idaho Statutes § 18-5402 cover?
Section 18-5402 ("Oath defined") 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.
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