Rule 43 – Presence of the Defendant

(a) Presence Required. Except as otherwise provided by this rule, the defendant must be present at:(1) the arraignment,(2) the time of the plea,(3) every stage of the trial including the impaneling of the jury and the return of the verdict, and(4) the imposition of...

Rule 42 – Contempt

This rule governs all contempt proceedings brought in connection with a criminal proceeding. It does not apply to contempt charged under Idaho Code ยง 18-1801, or any other criminal statute.(a) Definitions. The following definitions apply to this rule. (1)Petitioner. A...

Rule 41 – Search and Seizure

(a) Authority to Issue Warrant. At the request of a law enforcement officer or any attorney for the state of Idaho, a search warrant may be issued by a district judge or magistrate within the judicial district where the county of proper venue is located. If it does...