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Treble Damages in Idaho

In Idaho, treble damages are available under two statutes: the Idaho Consumer Protection Act (Idaho Code § 48-608) for vulnerable victims, and Idaho Code § 6-202 for timber or civil trespass. Both laws authorize a multiplier of three times the actual damages. The consumer protection provision applies when a court finds that a senior citizen or person with a disability was targeted by an unlawful act or practice. The trespass statute covers unauthorized cutting, removal, or destruction of timber or other vegetation. Each statute sets out its own conditions and exceptions, which are detailed in the official source. The worked example below demonstrates the calculation. Use the DocketMath calculator to estimate treble damages based on your specific facts.

Governing authority

In Idaho, the treble damages rule is set by Idaho Code § 48-608 (Idaho Consumer Protection Act — vulnerable-victim treble); Idaho Code § 6-202 (timber/civil trespass treble). The verified packet cites Idaho Code § 48-608 (Idaho Consumer Protection Act — vulnerable-victim treble); Idaho Code § 6-202 (timber/civil trespass treble) (https://legislature.idaho.gov/statutesrules/idstat/Title48/T48CH6/SECT48-608/).

Idaho treble damages: the verified value is 3x under Idaho Code § 48-608 (Idaho Consumer Protection Act — vulnerable-victim treble); Idaho Code § 6-202 (timber/civil trespass treble). The verified packet cites Idaho Code § 48-608 (Idaho Consumer Protection Act — vulnerable-victim treble); Idaho Code § 6-202 (timber/civil trespass treble) (https://legislature.idaho.gov/statutesrules/idstat/Title48/T48CH6/SECT48-608/).

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the treble damages calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.