Idaho § 47-717 - Removal of commercial quantities without lease unlawful
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 47-717 — Removal of commercial quantities without lease unlawful, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 47-717. Removal of commercial quantities without lease unlawful
It shall be unlawful for any person, association, firm or corporation to remove in commercial quantities any ores, minerals, or deposits from state lands before securing a lease for said lands from the state board of land commissioners. Any person, association, firm or corporation who so removes ores, minerals or deposits shall be liable to the state for treble damages in a civil action.
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 47-717
What does Idaho Statutes § 47-717 cover?
Section 47-717 ("Removal of commercial quantities without lease unlawful") 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 § 47-717?
A common citation format is "Idaho Statutes § 47-717" (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?
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