Idaho · Idaho Statutes — Title 18, Crimes and Punishments

Idaho Code (Crimes) § 18-3126A: Acquisition of personal identifying information by false authority

Felony

What this law says, in plain English

It is unlawful to falsely pretend to be a U.S. armed forces member, federal officer, or state official to seek, demand, or obtain another person's personal identifying information.

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