What Is the Statute of Limitations for Defamation in Idaho?
In Idaho, the statute of limitations for defamation is generally 2 years under Idaho Code § 5-219(5).
Defamation Deadlines in Idaho
How long do you have to file a defamation claim in Idaho?
In Idaho, the statute of limitations for defamation is generally 2 years under Idaho Code § 5-219(5).
When does the clock start for defamation in Idaho?
Two years for libel or slander.
Can the Idaho deadline for defamation be extended?
Read the full text of § 5-219 to confirm the subsection before publishing. Idaho gives defamation the same two years as personal injury rather than cutting it to one.
Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in Idaho?
Often, yes. Tort claim notice within 180 days under Idaho Code § 6-906. The Idaho Tort Claims Act requires a written notice of claim within 180 days of the date the claim arose or reasonably should have been discovered. This is a claim-presentation requirement rather than a statute of limitations — the two-year § 5-219(4) period s…
How does Idaho compare to other states for defamation?
Idaho's 2 years is in the middle of the range nationally. Across the 48 jurisdictions with a verified figure, the deadline for defamation ranges from 1 year to 3 years, and 1 year is the most common. Compare all states →
What Does Defamation Cover?
Situations that typically fall under the defamation deadline in Idaho:
