Recording Laws
One-Party Consent
Idaho is a one-party consent state. Recording is legal with one party's consent.
Statute: Idaho Code § 18-6702
Can Record Police: Yes (in public)
Penalties: Felony; up to 5 years imprisonment
Stop and Identify
No ID Requirement
No state statute requiring identification. Courts have not addressed Terry stops.
Immigration Policy
Anti-Sanctuary State
Idaho bans sanctuary policies.
ICE Cooperation: Full Cooperation
State Resources
State Bar Association
https://isb.idaho.gov/Legal Aid
https://www.idaholegalaid.org/Remember in Idaho
- ✓ You always have the right to remain silent
- ✓ You can record police in public spaces
- ✓ You do not have to consent to a search
- ✓ If arrested, say "I want a lawyer"