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Idaho Statutes Title 5. Proceedings in Civil Actions in Courts of Record § 5-247. Limitation on suits against a firearms or ammunition manufacturer, trade association or seller--Limitation on right to bring suit or recover damages

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(1) In this section, “governmental unit” means:

(a) A political subdivision of the state, including a municipality or county; and

(b) Any other agency of government whose authority is derived from the laws or constitution of this state.

(2) Except as provided by subsection (3) of this section, a governmental unit may not bring suit against a firearms or ammunition manufacturer, trade association or seller for recovery of damages resulting from, or injunctive relief or abatement of a nuisance relating to, the lawful design, manufacture, marketing or sale of firearms or ammunition to the public.

(3) A governmental unit on behalf of the state or any other governmental unit may bring a suit described by subsection (2) of this section if the suit is approved in advance by the legislature by adoption of a concurrent resolution or by enactment of a statute. This subsection does not create a cause of action.

(4) Nothing in this section shall prohibit a governmental unit from bringing an action against a firearms manufacturer, trade association or seller for recovery of damages for:

(a) Breach of contract or warranty as to firearms or ammunition purchased by a governmental unit;

(b) Damage or harm to property owned or leased by the governmental unit caused by a defective firearm or ammunition; or

(c) Injunctive relief to enforce a valid ordinance, statute or rule.

(5) Nothing in this section shall prohibit the attorney general from bringing a suit described by subsection (2) of this section on behalf of the state or any other governmental unit. This subsection does not create a cause of action.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Idaho Statutes Title 5. Proceedings in Civil Actions in Courts of Record § 5-247. Limitation on suits against a firearms or ammunition manufacturer, trade association or seller--Limitation on right to bring suit or recover damages - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/id/title-5-proceedings-in-civil-actions-in-courts-of-record/id-st-sect-5-247/

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