Idaho § 42-2964 - Interpretation of law

Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 42-2964 — Interpretation of law, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 42-2964. Interpretation of law

The provisions of this chapter shall be liberally construed to promote the public health and welfare by reclaiming wet or overflowed lands, building embankments or levees and the preservation of any system of drainage heretofore constructed or to be constructed according to law.

Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 42-2964

What does Idaho Statutes § 42-2964 cover?

Section 42-2964 ("Interpretation of law") 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 § 42-2964?

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Is this the official text of Idaho law?

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