Marijuana Remains Illegal in Idaho, and May Even Come with a Mandatory Fine in the Near Future

Yes, marijuana is still illegal in Idaho with no exceptions. Although most of our surrounding states have legalized marijuana to some extent, it remains a crime to possess any amount of marijuana in Idaho. Law enforcement can and do charge individuals for possession of marijuana, and driving under the influence of marijuana. Many people are caught with marijuana…

‘Headed for a Disaster:’ ACLU asks Idaho Supreme Court to Order Public Defense System Reform

The ACLU of Idaho is urging the Idaho Supreme Court to step in and address what it calls a public defense crisis, alleging that the State’s recent overhaul of its public defense system is leaving indigent defendants without proper legal representation. After Idaho transitioned to a statewide public defender agency in October, mass resignations due…