Felony in Idaho
State-specific overview · Criminal Law
Idaho defines felonies as crimes punishable by more than one year in prison, with sentences up to life.
How Idaho treats Felony
Idaho Code Title 19 establishes that a felony is any offense punishable by imprisonment for more than one year. Idaho courts apply this standard across all felony classifications, from violent crimes to property offenses. The state also recognizes capital felonies punishable by death in certain homicide cases.
The general definition of Felony
A serious crime punishable by more than one year in prison or death.
A felony is the most serious category of crime in the US criminal system. The key distinction is punishment: if a conviction can result in more than one year of imprisonment, it's a felony. Felonies include crimes like murder, rape, robbery, and drug trafficking. A felony conviction carries long-term consequences, including loss of voting rights, gun ownership restrictions, and difficulty finding employment.
Read the full Felony entry →This page is a plain-English reference and is not legal advice. State laws change frequently. For specific situations consult a licensed attorney in Idaho.