Idaho § 23-801 - Primary duty of enforcement
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 23-801 — Primary duty of enforcement, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 23-801. Primary duty of enforcement
The penal provisions of this act shall be deemed to be an integral part of the penal code of this state and the sheriffs of the several counties and local peace officers are charged with the primary duty of enforcing such provisions; and the prosecuting attorneys of the several counties are charged with the primary duty of prosecuting violators thereof in penal actions and abatement proceedings.
[23-801, added 1939, ch. 222, sec. 1101, p. 465.]
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 23-801
What does Idaho Statutes § 23-801 cover?
Section 23-801 ("Primary duty of enforcement") 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 § 23-801?
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Is this the official text of Idaho law?
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How does Idaho § 23-801 apply to my situation?
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