Idaho · Idaho Statutes — Title 18, Crimes and Punishments
Idaho Code (Crimes) § 18-116: Intoxication no excuse for crime
What this law says, in plain English
Intoxication is not a legal defense to criminal charges. Intoxication cannot be considered when determining whether a defendant had the required mental state for an offense, except if the defendant proves they didn't know the substance was intoxicating.
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