Idaho § 19-6101 - DEFINITIONS
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 19-6101 — DEFINITIONS, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19-6101. DEFINITIONS
As used in this chapter:
(1) "Peace officer" means any employee of a police or law enforcement agency that is a part of, or administered by, the state or any political subdivision thereof and whose duties include and primarily consist of the prevention and detection of crime and the enforcement of penal, traffic, or highway laws of this state or any political subdivision. Peace officer also means an employee of a police or law enforcement agency of a federally recognized Indian tribe who has satisfactorily completed the peace officer standards and training academy and has been deputized by a sheriff of a county or a chief of police of a city of the state of Idaho.
(2) "Policy" means a formal, written rule, order, ordinance, or policy and an informal, unwritten policy.
(3) "Political subdivision" means any county, city, municipal corporation, health district, school district, irrigation district, operating agent of any irrigation district whose board consists of directors of its member districts, special improvement or taxing district, or any other political subdivision or public corporation. As used in this chapter, "county" and "city" also mean state-licensed hospitals and attached nursing homes established by counties pursuant to chapter 36, title 31 , Idaho Code, or jointly by cities and counties pursuant to chapter 37, title 31 , Idaho Code.
(4) "State" means the state of Idaho or any office, department, agency, authority, commission, board, institution, hospital, college, university, or other instrumentality thereof.
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 19-6101
What does Idaho Statutes § 19-6101 cover?
Section 19-6101 ("DEFINITIONS") 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 § 19-6101?
A common citation format is "Idaho Statutes § 19-6101" (Idaho). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Idaho law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Idaho official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Idaho attorney.
How does Idaho § 19-6101 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Idaho can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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