Idaho § 46-404 - Right of way in streets - Penalties

Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 46-404 — Right of way in streets - Penalties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 46-404. Right of way in streets - Penalties

The commanding officer of any portion of the Idaho national guard called into the active service of the state when performing any military duty in any street or highway, may require any or all persons in such street or highway to yield the right of way to said national guard: provided, that the carriage of United States mails, the legitimate functions of the police, and the progress and operations of hospitals, ambulances, fire engines, and fire departments shall not be interfered with thereby. All others who shall hinder, delay, or obstruct any portion of the national guard on active duty in the service of the state in the performance of any military duty or who shall attempt to do so, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction shall be punished by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100.00) nor more than one thousand dollars ($1000.00) or by imprisonment for not less than three (3) months nor more than one (1) year, or both.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 46-404

What does Idaho Statutes § 46-404 cover?

Section 46-404 ("Right of way in streets - Penalties") 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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