Idaho H0668 amends child custody interference law to clarify enforcement, establish penalties, and define affirmative defenses.
Idaho H0668 amends existing law to strengthen child custody interference provisions. It clarifies enforcement duties, establishes objective timelines for response and compliance, and implements a graduated penalty structure. The bill defines child custody interference as a criminal offense and distinguishes it from kidnapping. It also ensures children receive prompt welfare checks. Penalties range from fines to imprisonment, depending on the number of offenses. The bill declares an emergency and will take effect on July 1, 2026.
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