Idaho § 5-218 - Statutory liabilities, trespass, trover, replevin, and fraud
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 5-218 — Statutory liabilities, trespass, trover, replevin, and fraud, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-218. Statutory liabilities, trespass, trover, replevin, and fraud
Within three (3) years:
1. An action upon a liability created by statute, other than a penalty or forfeiture. The cause of action in favor of the state of Idaho or any political subdivision thereof, upon a surety bond or undertaking provided for or required by statute shall not be deemed to have accrued against any surety on such bond or undertaking until the discovery by the state of Idaho or any political subdivision thereof of the facts constituting the liability.
2. An action for trespass upon real property.
3. An action for taking, detaining or injuring any goods or chattels, including actions for the specific recovery of personal property.
4. An action for relief on the ground of fraud or mistake. The cause of action in such case not to be deemed to have accrued until the discovery, by the aggrieved party, of the facts constituting the fraud or mistake.
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 5-218
What does Idaho Statutes § 5-218 cover?
Section 5-218 ("Statutory liabilities, trespass, trover, replevin, and fraud") 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 § 5-218?
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Is this the official text of Idaho law?
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How does Idaho § 5-218 apply to my situation?
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