Terms Used In Idaho Code 55-2718

  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
If upon the trial of any action brought under the provisions of section 55-2714, Idaho Code, or those of section 6-303, Idaho Code, the court shall find that the defendant acted with malice, wantonness, or oppression, judgment may be entered for three (3) times the amount at which actual damages are assessed.