Whenever the attorney general has reason to believe that an accountable person or charitable organization has violated or is violating the provisions of section 48-1906, 48-1907, or 48-1909, Idaho Code, the attorney general may:
(1)  Serve investigative demands using the same procedures and in the same manner as described in section 48-611, Idaho Code;

Terms Used In Idaho Code 48-1908

  • Accountable person: means a director, officer, executive, manager, trustee, agent, or employee of a charitable organization. See Idaho Code 48-1903
  • Attorney general: means the attorney general of the state of Idaho or the attorney general’s designee. See Idaho Code 48-1903
  • Charitable organization: means a person who holds charitable assets regardless of the legal form. See Idaho Code 48-1903
  • Fraud: Intentional deception resulting in injury to another.
(2)  Issue subpoenas and conduct hearings using the same procedures and in the same manner as described in section 48-612, Idaho Code;
(3)  Apply to the district court for compliance orders using the same procedures and in the same manner as described in section 48-614, Idaho Code; and
(4)  Retain certified fraud examiners, accountants, appraisers, and other experts to assist the attorney general with the attorney general’s investigation.