Idaho § 19-511 - Railroad and steamboat police
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 19-511 — Railroad and steamboat police, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19-511. Railroad and steamboat police
The governor of the state of Idaho is authorized and empowered, upon the application of any railroad or steamboat company to appoint and commission during his pleasure any person designated by such company to serve at the expense of such company as policeman, with the powers of a police officer, and who, after being duly sworn, may act as such policeman upon the premises, cars or boats of such company. The company designating such person shall be responsible civilly for any abuse of his authority. Every such policeman shall, when on duty, wear in plain view a shield bearing the words, "railroad police" or "steamboat police," as the case may be, and the name of the company for which he is commissioned.
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 19-511
What does Idaho Statutes § 19-511 cover?
Section 19-511 ("Railroad and steamboat police") 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 § 19-511?
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