Idaho § 8-105 - Undertaking required of plaintiff

Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 8-105 — Undertaking required of plaintiff, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 8-105. Undertaking required of plaintiff

Before making the order the judge must require a written undertaking on the part of the plaintiff, with sureties in an amount to be fixed by the judge, which must be at least $500, to the effect that the plaintiff will pay all costs which may be adjudged to the defendant, and all damages which he may sustain by reason of the arrest, if the same be wrongful or without sufficient cause, not exceeding the sum specified in the undertaking. The undertaking must be filed with the clerk of the court.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 8-105

What does Idaho Statutes § 8-105 cover?

Section 8-105 ("Undertaking required of plaintiff") 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 § 8-105?

A common citation format is "Idaho Statutes § 8-105" (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 § 8-105 apply to my situation?

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