Idaho § 61-606 - No privilege to witnesses - Immunity from self-incriminating testimony
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 61-606 — No privilege to witnesses - Immunity from self-incriminating testimony, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 61-606. No privilege to witnesses - Immunity from self-incriminating testimony
No person shall be excused from testifying or from producing any book, waybill, document, paper or account in any investigation or inquiry by or hearing before the commission or any commissioner, when ordered to do so, upon the ground that the testimony or evidence, book, waybill, document, paper or account, required of him may tend to incriminate him or subject him to penalty or forfeiture, but no person shall be prosecuted, punished or subjected to any forfeiture or penalty for or on account of any act, transaction, matter or thing concerning which he shall, under oath have testified or produced documentary evidence: provided, that no person so testifying shall be exempt from prosecution or punishment for any perjury committed by him in his testimony. Nothing herein contained shall be construed as in any manner giving to any public utility immunity of any kind.
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 61-606
What does Idaho Statutes § 61-606 cover?
Section 61-606 ("No privilege to witnesses - Immunity from self-incriminating testimony") 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 § 61-606?
A common citation format is "Idaho Statutes § 61-606" (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 § 61-606 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.
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