Boise County, ID Courts and Public Records
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The Boise County court operates within the Idaho District Court, the state's unified trial court. Boise County's magistrate division handles misdemeanors, infractions, small claims, most family and probate matters, and initial felony proceedings.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Idaho District Court, Boise County (magistrate division) |
| Main Address | 420 Main Street, PO Box 1300, Idaho City, ID 83631 |
| Main Phone | (208) 392-4431 |
| Website | mycourts.idaho.gov (statewide Idaho Repository portal) |
| Courthouse Locations | 1 (Idaho City) |
| Handles | Misdemeanors, infractions, small claims, most family and probate matters, and initial felony proceedings in the magistrate division; felonies and larger civil cases before district judges; city ordinance cases are generally handled in the county magistrate court |
| Does NOT Handle | Federal cases (U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho) and parking tickets (the citing agency) |
| Online Case Search | mycourts.idaho.gov |
| Criminal Records Requests | Contact the Clerk of the District Court at (208) 392-4431 |
How to Search Boise County Court Records
Have the person's full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search Boise County court records.
Online
Go to mycourts.idaho.gov to search Idaho court cases.
Search by name or case number to view available case information.
Confirm details with the Clerk of the District Court.
Best for: Quick lookups of case status
In Person
Go to 420 Main Street, PO Box 1300, Idaho City, ID 83631.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Ask the clerk which division handles your case type.
Best for: Records not available online
By Phone
Call (208) 392-4431 to reach the courthouse.
Ask the clerk which request channel the court accepts.
Confirm the records you need before you visit.
Best for: Checking whether a record is available
Search by Name on IdahoCourts.org
Go to IdahoCourts.org and enter a full name.
Search across record types without a case number.
Confirm results with the court, since they are not official court records.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Boise County Court Statistics (FY 2024)
Boise County courts handled an estimated 652 new cases in FY 2024 and disposed of an estimated 634. The estimate scales Idaho statewide totals by the county's share of state population.
~652
Total filings in FY 2024
~634
Total dispositions in FY 2024
~652
Filings per judicial position (1 estimated positions)
~+2.8%
Change in total filings vs FY 2023
| Metric | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | ~652 | ~634 | ~+2.8% |
| Total Dispositions | ~634 | ~622 | ~+1.9% |
| Criminal Filings | ~420 | ~407 | ~+3.2% |
| Civil Filings | ~129 | ~124 | ~+4.0% |
| Family Law Filings | ~41 | ~40 | ~+2.5% |
| Probate Filings | ~24 | ~23 | ~+4.3% |
| Mental Health Filings | ~11 | ~10 | ~+10.0% |
| Juvenile Filings | ~17 | ~16 | ~+6.2% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | ~1 | ~1 | ~0.0% |
The largest category movement was in criminal filings. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Idaho statewide figures scaled by Boise County's 0.43% share of the state population.
How Have Court Filings Changed in Boise County?
Estimated total filings in Boise County moved up over the last five years; dispositions are estimated at a similar level.
| Fiscal Year | Total Filings | Total Dispositions | YoY Filing Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY 2024 | ~652 | ~634 | ~+2.8% |
| FY 2023 | ~634 | ~622 | ~+3.4% |
| FY 2022 | ~613 | ~604 | ~+2.9% |
| FY 2021 | ~596 | ~579 | ~+3.8% |
| FY 2020 | ~574 | ~549 | ~+3.8% |
Estimated filings changed +13.6% between FY 2020 and FY 2024, from 574 to 652. The largest annual change was +3.8% in FY 2021. The latest change of +2.8% reflects statewide Idaho trends. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Idaho statewide figures scaled by Boise County's 0.43% share of the state population.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Boise County?
Idaho has one unified trial court, the District Court, with a magistrate division in every county. The table lists the courts and divisions that handle cases in Boise County and the courts that handle matters outside it.
| Court or Division | What It Handles |
|---|---|
| Magistrate Division, Boise County | Misdemeanors, infractions, small claims, most family and probate matters, and initial felony proceedings |
| District Court judges | Felonies and larger civil cases |
| Idaho Court of Appeals and Idaho Supreme Court | Appeals from trial court decisions |
| U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho | Federal cases (outside state courts) |
| Citing agency (city or county agency) | Parking tickets |
How Does Boise County Compare With Idaho Overall?
Boise County is estimated to account for about 0.43% of the 152,000 cases filed in Idaho courts in FY 2024.
| Metric | Boise County | Idaho | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | ~652 | 152,000 | ~0.43% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | ~+2.8% | +2.7% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Filings per judicial position | ~652 | 987 | Estimated at the state level |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~634 | 961 | Estimated at the state level |
| Criminal share of filings | ~64.5% | 64.5% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Civil share of filings | ~19.7% | 19.7% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Family law share of filings | ~6.2% | 6.2% | Same as state (estimate) |
These county values are estimates built from statewide Idaho figures, so they track the state mix by design. Actual county dockets may differ. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Idaho statewide figures scaled by Boise County's 0.43% share of the state population.
Boise County Crime Statistics (2024)
These are Idaho statewide totals of violent and property offenses reported to the FBI by Idaho agencies, not county counts, and county-level counts are not published as downloads. Statewide reported crimes fell 6.5% from 21,247 in 2023 to 19,856 in 2024.
4,722
Violent crimes statewide in 2024
15,134
Property crimes statewide in 2024
235.9
Idaho statewide violent crime rate per 100K in 2024
-6.5%
Change in total reported crimes statewide vs 2023
| Offense (Idaho statewide) | 2024 | Rate per 100K | 2023 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime | 4,722 | 235.9 | 4,772 | -1.0% |
| Property crime | 15,134 | 756.1 | 16,475 | -8.1% |
| Total | 19,856 | 992.0 | 21,247 | -6.5% |
County-level crime rates are not published, so the rates above describe Idaho as a whole and are not Boise County figures.
Boise County Courthouse Locations
Boise County has 1 courthouse location, in Idaho City. Check your notice or ticket for the division or courtroom assigned to your case before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Boise County Courthouse (Idaho City) | 420 Main Street, PO Box 1300, Idaho City, ID 83631 | (208) 392-4431 |
Find the full courthouse listing in the Idaho Supreme Court County Courthouse Directory at isc.idaho.gov/Courthouse.
Which Court Handles Your Case in Boise County?
Idaho's District Court has a magistrate division in Boise County that handles most cases, while district judges hear felonies and larger civil cases. Use the table to find the right court for your case.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | Magistrate Division | Traffic infractions are heard in the magistrate division. |
| Parking ticket | The citing agency | Parking tickets are not handled by the District Court. |
| Misdemeanor | Magistrate Division | Misdemeanors are heard in the magistrate division. |
| Felony | Magistrate Division, then district judges | Initial proceedings are in the magistrate division; felonies are tried before district judges. |
| Civil lawsuit | District Court | Larger civil cases are heard by district judges. |
| Small claims | Magistrate Division | Small claims are handled in the magistrate division. |
| Divorce | Magistrate Division | Most family matters, including divorce, are in the magistrate division. |
| Child custody or support | Magistrate Division | Most family matters, including custody and support, are in the magistrate division. |
| Probate or estate | Magistrate Division | Most probate matters are handled in the magistrate division. |
| Federal case | U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho | Federal cases are outside the state court system. |
| Appeal | Idaho Court of Appeals or Idaho Supreme Court | Appeals go to the state appellate courts. |
Are Boise County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Boise County court records are public, with exceptions. Idaho Court Administrative Rule 32 presumes court records are open to the public, and the Idaho Public Records Act sets general rules for government records.
Public records
Most case files in the magistrate division and district court are open for inspection and copying, subject to the exceptions in Rule 32.
Restricted or confidential records
Juvenile, sealed, adoption, child protection, and certain family records are restricted. Ask the Clerk of the District Court before you request a restricted record.
Online access
Visit mycourts.idaho.gov to search Idaho court cases. Online results may not show every document, so do not assume all records are online.
In-person access
Visit the courthouse at 420 Main Street, PO Box 1300, Idaho City, ID 83631 to view or request records, and call (208) 392-4431 to confirm which office holds your case.
Fees
Ask the Clerk of the District Court about any copy fees before you request records.
How to Search Boise County Court Records Online
Use the statewide Idaho court portal to search Boise County cases, and ask the Clerk of the District Court for documents that are not available online.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, traffic, civil, small claims, family, probate, or juvenile.
- Open mycourts.idaho.gov to start your search.
- Search by party name or case number and note the case number from the results.
- Review the case information for status, parties, and scheduled dates.
- Contact the Clerk of the District Court at (208) 392-4431 to request documents that are not online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | mycourts.idaho.gov | Case information, parties, and status | Full documents may require the clerk |
| Traffic | mycourts.idaho.gov | Case information and status | Payment is handled separately; see the payment section |
| Civil | mycourts.idaho.gov | Case information and parties | Documents may require the clerk |
| Small claims | mycourts.idaho.gov | Case information and parties | Documents may require the clerk |
| Family law | mycourts.idaho.gov | Case information for family cases | Confidential family details are restricted |
| Probate | mycourts.idaho.gov | Case information where available | Confirm availability with the clerk |
| Juvenile | Clerk of the District Court at (208) 392-4431 | Limited information through the clerk | Juvenile records are restricted and not generally online |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Boise County
Contact the Clerk of the District Court or the Idaho Judiciary to pay a fine or citation in Boise County, since this section lists no online payment link.
- By phone: Call the Clerk of the District Court at (208) 392-4431 to ask which payment methods the court accepts. Confirm the amount due before you pay.
- In person: Visit the courthouse at 420 Main Street, PO Box 1300, Idaho City, ID 83631 to pay or ask about your balance. Bring your ticket or case number.
- Idaho Judiciary: Go to isc.idaho.gov to find court contact information for Boise County.
Parking tickets are paid to the agency that issued them, not to the District Court.
Boise County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Boise County court records?
Use mycourts.idaho.gov to search by name or case number, or call the Clerk of the District Court at (208) 392-4431.
Are Boise County court records public?
Yes, most are under Idaho Court Administrative Rule 32, but juvenile, sealed, adoption, child protection, and certain family records are restricted.
How do I find a criminal case?
Search by the defendant's full name on mycourts.idaho.gov or call the Clerk of the District Court at (208) 392-4431.
How do I find a court date?
Check your notice or ticket first, then call the Clerk of the District Court at (208) 392-4431 to confirm the date.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Call the Clerk of the District Court at (208) 392-4431 to confirm accepted payment methods, or visit the courthouse at 420 Main Street, PO Box 1300, Idaho City, ID 83631.
How many cases are filed in Boise County each year?
County filing counts are not published as downloads. Statewide, about 58,500 criminal cases were reported for FY2025, and roughly 93,000 civil filings were reported.
What is the most common case type?
A county breakdown is not published. Statewide, roughly 93,000 civil filings and about 58,500 criminal cases were reported, though the civil figure's fiscal year is not stated.
Is crime in Boise County rising or falling?
County crime counts are not published. Statewide, violent crimes fell 1.0% and property crimes fell 8.1% from 2023 to 2024, according to FBI data.
Courts in the County
Boise County Idaho CourthouseMore Info
| Address: | 404 Montgomery Street, Idaho City, ID, 83631 |
| Phone Number: | 208-392-6767 |
| Fax: | 208-392-4940 |
| Website: | http://www.boisecounty.us/Courts.aspx |
Useful Links
- Idaho Judicial Branch - Find information about the courts in the state, access judicial opinions, orders, and other court-related resources.
- Boise County Official Clerk - Offers access to vital records, marriage licenses, and court-related documents including probate and court records.
- Boise County Prosecutor - Provides information on criminal cases, legal representation from the public prosecutor's office, and court proceedings updates.
- Boise County U.S. District Court Information - Details on the federal court system, judicial administration, and access to case filings for Boise County.
- Boise Police Department Public Records - Access police reports, arrest records, and other law enforcement documents relevant to court proceedings in Boise County.
- Idaho iCourt Portal - Provides access to Idaho court cases, online payments, electronic filings, and search functions for case documents.
- Idaho Legal Aid Services - Offers free legal assistance and guidance on court processes for low-income individuals facing civil cases in Idaho.
- Idaho Court Assistance Office & Self-Help Center - Resource for individuals representing themselves in Idaho courts; includes forms and instructional videos.
- Idaho State Treasurer's Office - Manages unclaimed property, provides fiscal services and resources related to financial oversight impacting court operations.
- Idaho Fair Housing Forum - Legal guidelines and assistance regarding housing rights, including landlord-tenant disputes often addressed in local courts.
- ACLU of Idaho - Courts - Defends and preserves individual rights, engaging in court cases and providing resources on civil liberties in Idaho.
- Idaho Association of Counties - Assists county governments with court-related functions and offers support including legal compliance with Idaho laws and regulations.
- Idaho Court of Appeals - Provides appellate jurisdiction over Idaho district court decisions, and offers opinions and resources for legal analysis.
- Central District Health - Health regulations and services affecting family court matters including paternity, custody disputes, and welfare checks in Boise County.
- Boise County Assessor’s Office - Viewing and managing property records that often arise in probate and family court cases in Boise County.
- Idaho Portal for Court Records - Search and access public court records for civil, criminal, and family cases handled across Idaho, including Boise County.
- Idaho Secretary of State - Resources on business filings and state laws affecting court proceedings, including corporation disputes settling in state courts.
- Ada County Prosecutor's Office - Legal proceedings and prosecutorial services in Ada County, often collaborating in cases that span jurisdictions including Boise County.
- Official Website of the State of Idaho - Centralized hub for all government resources, informing residents about laws, regulations, and impact on court procedures.
- The Innocence Project - Idaho - Efforts to exonerate wrongfully convicted individuals with DNA testing, affecting high-profile court cases in Idaho.
Table of Contents
- Boise County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Boise County Court Records
- Boise County Court Statistics (FY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Boise County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Boise County?
- How Does Boise County Compare With Idaho Overall?
- Boise County Crime Statistics (2024)
- Boise County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Boise County?
- Are Boise County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Boise County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Boise County
- Boise County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links