TITLE 34

ELECTIONS

CHAPTER 20

ELECTION CONTESTS OTHER THAN LEGISLATIVE AND STATE EXECUTIVE OFFICES

34-2013.  Procedure in general. The proceedings shall be held according to the Idaho Rules of Civil Procedure so far as practicable, but shall be under the control and direction of the court, which shall have all the powers necessary to the right hearing and determination of the matter; to compel the attendance of witnesses, swear them and direct their examination; to punish for contempt in its presence or by disobedience to its lawful mandate; to adjourn from day to day; to make any order concerning immediate costs, and to enforce its orders by attachment. It shall be governed by the rules of law and evidence applicable to the case.

History:

[(34-2013) 1890-1891, p. 57, sec. 154; reen. 1899, p. 33, sec. 141; reen. R.C. & C.L., sec. 5038; C.S., sec. 7286; I.C.A., sec. 33-1713; am. 1982, ch. 209, sec. 4, p. 574.]