Idaho § 48-804 - Preservation of secrecy

Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 48-804 — Preservation of secrecy, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 48-804. Preservation of secrecy

In an action under this chapter, a court shall preserve the secrecy of an alleged trade secret by reasonable means, which may include granting protective orders in connection with discovery proceedings, holding in-camera hearings, sealing the records of the action, and ordering any person involved in the litigation not to disclose an alleged trade secret without prior court approval.

[48-804, added 1981, ch. 240, sec. 1, p. 484.]

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 48-804

What does Idaho Statutes § 48-804 cover?

Section 48-804 ("Preservation of secrecy") 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 § 48-804?

A common citation format is "Idaho Statutes § 48-804" (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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How does Idaho § 48-804 apply to my situation?

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