Idaho · Idaho Statutes — Title 18, Crimes and Punishments
Idaho Code (Crimes) § 18-705: Resisting and obstructing officers
What this law says, in plain English
It is a crime to willfully resist, delay, or obstruct a public officer performing their duties, or to knowingly give a false report to a peace officer. The penalty is a fine up to $1,000 and up to one year in county jail.
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