Idaho § 9-403 - Notice to produce writing - Proof upon failure to produce - When notice not necessary

Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 9-403 — Notice to produce writing - Proof upon failure to produce - When notice not necessary, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 9-403. Notice to produce writing - Proof upon failure to produce - When notice not necessary

If the writing be in the custody of the adverse party, he must first have reasonable notice to produce it. If he then fail to do so, the contents of the writing may be proved as in case of its loss. But the notice to produce it is not necessary where the writing is itself a notice, or where it has been wrongfully obtained or withheld by the adverse party.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 9-403

What does Idaho Statutes § 9-403 cover?

Section 9-403 ("Notice to produce writing - Proof upon failure to produce - When notice not necessary") 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 § 9-403?

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Is this the official text of Idaho law?

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