Idaho State Statutes - Idaho Attorney Directory

JAIL DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR FRIVOLOUS OR MALICIOUS COURT
PROCEEDINGS. (1) In any case, whether filed in state, federal or
administrative court, in which a prisoner in a county jail submits a frivolous
or malicious claim, or knowingly testifies falsely or otherwise knowingly
presents false evidence or information to the court, the prisoner may be
subject to jail disciplinary action. Such disciplinary action may be initiated
upon the court's finding that:
(a) The prisoner has filed a claim that is frivolous or malicious;
(b) The prisoner filed a claim solely to harass the party;
(c) The prisoner has knowingly testified falsely or otherwise knowingly
submitted false evidence or information to the court; or
(d) The prisoner has committed a fraud upon the court.
(2) In the absence of a finding by the court under subsection (1) of this
section, and upon review and recommendation by the county prosecutor, or the
attorney general, a disciplinary hearing may be held by the appropriate
authority at the county jail, pursuant to chapter 6, title 20, Idaho Code, to
determine whether the prisoner has filed a claim that is malicious or intended
solely to harass the party, or has testified falsely or otherwise presented
false evidence or information to the court.
(3) Upon a finding of guilt under either subsection (1) or (2) of this
section, the prisoner shall be subject to jail disciplinary detention and loss
of privileges consistent with established jail disciplinary procedures.

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