Idaho § 55-2601 - Sport shooting range - Liability for noise pollution
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 55-2601 — Sport shooting range - Liability for noise pollution, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 55-2601. Sport shooting range - Liability for noise pollution
(1) Notwithstanding any other provision of law to the contrary, a person who operates or uses a sport shooting range in this state shall not be subject to civil liability or criminal prosecution in any matter relating to noise or noise pollution resulting from the operation or use of the range if the range was established, constructed or operated prior to the implementation of any noise control laws, ordinances, rules or regulations, or if the range is in compliance with any noise control laws, ordinances, rules or regulations that applied to the range and its operation at the time of establishment, construction or initial operation of the range subject to the limitations in section 55-2605 , Idaho Code.
(2) Rules or regulations adopted by a state or local department or agency for limiting levels of noise in terms of decibel level which may occur in the outdoor atmosphere shall not apply to a sport shooting range exempted from liability under this act.
(3) A municipal noise control ordinance may not require or be applied so as to require a sport shooting range to limit or eliminate shooting activities that have occurred on a regular basis at the range prior to the enactment date of the ordinance.
[55-2601, added 1996, ch. 339, sec. 1, p. 1140; am. 2008, ch. 318, sec. 1, p. 879.]
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 55-2601
What does Idaho Statutes § 55-2601 cover?
Section 55-2601 ("Sport shooting range - Liability for noise pollution") 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 § 55-2601?
A common citation format is "Idaho Statutes § 55-2601" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Idaho official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Idaho attorney.
How does Idaho § 55-2601 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Idaho can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Idaho.