Idaho § 39-3901 - Legislative intent
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 39-3901 — Legislative intent, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39-3901. Legislative intent
The legislature of the state of Idaho acknowledges that sterilization procedures are highly intrusive, generally irreversible and represent potentially permanent and highly significant consequences for individuals incapable of giving informed consent. The legislature recognizes that certain legal safeguards are required to prevent indiscriminate and unnecessary sterilization of such individuals, and to assure equal access to desired medical procedures for all Idaho citizens.
[39-3901, added 2003, ch. 189, sec. 2, p. 512.]
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 39-3901
What does Idaho Statutes § 39-3901 cover?
Section 39-3901 ("Legislative intent") 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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