Idaho · Idaho Statutes — Title 18, Crimes and Punishments
Idaho Code (Crimes) § 18-3313A: FALSE REPORTS OF VIOLENCE OR EMERGENCY IN PUBLIC OR PRIVATE PLACES — PENALTY
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Making a false report of an emergency to police, fire, 911, or other authorities is a misdemeanor punishable by up to one year imprisonment or $5,000 fine. Enhanced felony penalties apply if damages exceed $1,000, someone suffers serious injury, or death results.
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