Idaho § 8-116 - Justification of bail - Notice - New undertaking

Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 8-116 — Justification of bail - Notice - New undertaking, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 8-116. Justification of bail - Notice - New undertaking

Within five (5) days after the receipt of notice, the sheriff or defendant may give the plaintiff or his attorney, notice of the justification of the same, or other bail (specifying the places of residence and occupation of the latter), before the judge of the court, at a specified time and place; the time to be not less than five (5) nor more than ten (10) days thereafter, except by consent of parties. In case other bail be given there must be a new undertaking.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 8-116

What does Idaho Statutes § 8-116 cover?

Section 8-116 ("Justification of bail - Notice - New undertaking") 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 § 8-116?

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Is this the official text of Idaho law?

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