This bill amends Section 3-409 of the Idaho Code, which pertains to the license fees for attorneys practicing law in Idaho. The proposed changes include an increase in license fees for various categories of members, effective for the year 2025 and beyond. For instance, the fee for active members admitted before July 1 will rise from $155 to $175, and for those admitted after July 1, it will increase from $100 to $115. Additionally, the fees for subsequent years will also see increases, with the fee for active members after the third year of admission rising from $380 to $425, and for those over 72 years old, from $60 to $70. The bill also introduces a new category for senior members, establishing a fee of $70 per year.

Furthermore, for the year 2026 and thereafter, the bill continues to raise fees, with active members' fees increasing to $200 for those admitted before July 1 and $130 for those admitted after. The fees for the next three years will rise to $350, and after the third year, to $485. Inactive and emeritus members will also see their fees increase from $150 to $170, and from $70 to $80 for those over 72. The bill emphasizes that the collected fees will be used to support the Idaho State Bar's operations, including legal education and public relations efforts, and establishes a clients' assistance fund. An emergency clause is included, allowing the act to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 3-409
Engrossment 1: 3-409