Idaho § 18-6102 - Proof of physical ability
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 18-6102 — Proof of physical ability, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 18-6102. Proof of physical ability
No conviction for rape can be had against one who was under the age of fourteen (14) years at the time of the act alleged, unless his physical ability to accomplish penetration is proved as an independent fact, and beyond a reasonable doubt.
[18-6102, added 1972, ch. 336, sec. 1, p. 962.]
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 18-6102
What does Idaho Statutes § 18-6102 cover?
Section 18-6102 ("Proof of physical ability") 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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