Idaho § 67-9902 - DEFINITIONS
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 67-9902 — DEFINITIONS, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 67-9902. DEFINITIONS
For the purposes of this chapter, the following terms have the following definitions:
(1) "Debt" means any public or private obligation, tax or other public charge, or other provision in any contract, agreement, law, or regulation that requires and stipulates the payment of, or by the terms of which is payable in, some medium of exchange, currency, or money.
(2) "Entity" means the state of Idaho, corporations, partnerships, trusts, labor unions, and unincorporated associations that reside or transact business or other operations within the state of Idaho.
(3) "Gold and silver coin" means all such gold and silver coin as are allowable for a state:
(a) To "make… a tender in payment of debts" under the authority reserved to the several states in clause 1, section 10, article I of, and the tenth amendment to, the constitution of the United States; or
(b) To employ as its own medium of exchange in the performance of its sovereign governmental functions.
(4) "Legal tender" means a medium of exchange, currency, or money that may be offered and accepted for the satisfaction of debts under the laws of the state of Idaho or of the United States, as the case may be.
(5) "Person" means all natural persons.
(6) "Specie" means:
(a) Stamped or imprinted coin having gold or silver content; or
(b) Refined gold or silver bullion that is coined, stamped, or imprinted with its weight and purity and valued primarily based on its metal content and not its form.
(7) "State" means the state of Idaho and all departments, agencies, officials, and employees thereof.
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 67-9902
What does Idaho Statutes § 67-9902 cover?
Section 67-9902 ("DEFINITIONS") 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 § 67-9902?
A common citation format is "Idaho Statutes § 67-9902" (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 § 67-9902 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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