Idaho · Idaho Statutes — Title 18, Crimes and Punishments

Idaho Code (Crimes) § 18-2508: persons committed to public institutions — Enticing to escape or harboring unlawful

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

It is unlawful to knowingly entice or help someone escape from, or harbor someone who is confined in, a state institution. Violation is punishable by up to $1,000 fine and/or up to one year in county jail.

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