Butte County, ID Courts and Public Records
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The Butte District Court is part of Idaho's unified trial court, which handles felonies, misdemeanors, infractions, civil cases, family and probate matters, and other local cases for Butte County.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Butte County District Court (Idaho) |
| Main Address | 326 W. Grand Avenue, PO Box 171, Arco, ID 83213 |
| Main Phone | (208) 527-8259 |
| Courthouse Locations | 1 (Arco) |
| 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 |
| Does NOT Handle | Federal cases (U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho) and parking tickets (citing city or agency) |
| Online Case Search | mycourts.idaho.gov |
| Criminal Records Requests | Clerk of the District Court, at the main phone number above |
How to Search Butte County Court Records
Have the person's full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search. Idaho court records are kept by the Clerk of the District Court in each county.
Online
Go to mycourts.idaho.gov to search Idaho court case records.
Search by name or case number, then open the case record.
Confirm details with the Clerk of the District Court.
Best for: Checking case status and parties
In Person
Go to 326 W. Grand Avenue, PO Box 171, Arco, ID 83213.
Bring the full name, case number, and approximate dates.
Ask the Clerk of the District Court about records and copies.
Best for: Records not available online
By Phone
Call (208) 527-8259 before you visit.
Ask which clerk division holds the case you need.
Confirm the records steps before you send any request.
Best for: Confirming steps before a visit
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
Butte County Court Statistics (FY 2024)
Butte County courts handled an estimated 208 new cases in FY 2024 and disposed of an estimated 202. The estimate scales Idaho statewide totals by the county's share of state population.
~208
Total filings in FY 2024
~202
Total dispositions in FY 2024
~208
Filings per judicial position (1 estimated positions)
~+3.0%
Change in total filings vs FY 2023
| Metric | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | ~208 | ~202 | ~+3.0% |
| Total Dispositions | ~202 | ~198 | ~+2.0% |
| Criminal Filings | ~134 | ~130 | ~+3.1% |
| Civil Filings | ~41 | ~40 | ~+2.5% |
| Family Law Filings | ~13 | ~13 | ~+0.0% |
| Probate Filings | ~8 | ~7 | ~+14.3% |
| Mental Health Filings | ~3 | ~3 | ~+0.0% |
| Juvenile Filings | ~5 | ~5 | ~+0.0% |
| 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 Butte County's 0.14% share of the state population.
How Have Court Filings Changed in Butte County?
Estimated total filings in Butte 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 | ~208 | ~202 | ~+3.0% |
| FY 2023 | ~202 | ~198 | ~+3.6% |
| FY 2022 | ~195 | ~193 | ~+2.6% |
| FY 2021 | ~190 | ~184 | ~+3.8% |
| FY 2020 | ~183 | ~175 | ~+3.8% |
Estimated filings changed +13.7% between FY 2020 and FY 2024, from 183 to 208. The largest annual change was +3.8% in FY 2021. The latest change of +3.0% reflects statewide Idaho trends. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Idaho statewide figures scaled by Butte County's 0.14% share of the state population.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Butte County?
Idaho's single trial court, the District Court, handles every type of local case for Butte County, but county filing counts by case type are not available. The table shows which part of the court handles each type of case.
| Case Type | Handled By | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanors and infractions | Magistrate division | Every county has a magistrate division |
| Felonies | District judges | Magistrates handle initial felony proceedings |
| Larger civil cases | District judges | Magistrates handle smaller civil matters |
| Small claims | Magistrate division | Heard in the county's magistrate court |
| Family and probate matters | Magistrate division | Most family and probate matters |
| City ordinance cases | Magistrate division | Generally handled in county magistrate court |
| Federal cases | U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho | Outside the state court system |
| Appeals | Idaho Court of Appeals or Idaho Supreme Court | Review of trial court decisions |
How Does Butte County Compare With Idaho Overall?
Butte County is estimated to account for about 0.14% of the 152,000 cases filed in Idaho courts in FY 2024.
| Metric | Butte County | Idaho | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | ~208 | 152,000 | ~0.14% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | ~+3.0% | +2.7% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Filings per judicial position | ~208 | 987 | Estimated at the state level |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~202 | 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 Butte County's 0.14% share of the state population.
Butte County Crime Statistics (2024)
County-level crime counts are not published as downloads, so this section shows Idaho statewide offenses reported to the FBI for 2024 and 2023. These figures are statewide and are not attributed to Butte County.
4,722
Violent crimes, Idaho statewide, 2024
15,134
Property crimes, Idaho statewide, 2024
235.9
Idaho statewide violent crime rate per 100K, 2024
-6.5%
Change in total reported crimes, Idaho statewide, vs 2023
| Offense | 2024 | Rate per 100K | 2023 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime (Idaho statewide) | 4,722 | 235.9 | 4,772 | -1.0% |
| Property crime (Idaho statewide) | 15,134 | 756.1 | 16,475 | -8.1% |
| Total (Idaho statewide) | 19,856 | 992.0 | 21,247 | -6.5% |
Butte County Courthouse Locations
Butte County has one courthouse location listed in the Idaho Supreme Court County Courthouse Directory. Check your notice or summons for the assigned location and courtroom before you go. The full directory is at isc.idaho.gov/Courthouse.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Main courthouse (Arco) | 326 W. Grand Avenue, PO Box 171, Arco, ID 83213 | (208) 527-8259 |
Which Court Handles Your Case in Butte County?
Idaho's District Court hears most local cases through its magistrate division and district judges. Some matters, such as parking tickets and federal cases, are handled outside the court.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | Magistrate division | Traffic infractions are heard in the county's magistrate division. |
| Parking ticket | The citing city or agency | The District Court does not handle parking tickets. |
| Misdemeanor | Magistrate division | Magistrates handle misdemeanors in every county. |
| Felony | Magistrate division, then district judges | Initial felony proceedings are in magistrate court; felonies are tried before district judges. |
| DUI | Magistrate division or district judges | Check the charge on your paperwork to confirm which level applies. |
| Domestic violence | Magistrate division or district judges | Criminal charges follow the misdemeanor or felony route; ask the clerk about protection orders. |
| Civil lawsuit | District judges or magistrate division | District judges hear larger civil cases; magistrates handle smaller ones. |
| Small claims | Magistrate division | Small claims are heard in magistrate court. |
| Divorce or child custody | Magistrate division | Most family matters are handled in magistrate court. |
| Probate or estate | Magistrate division | Most probate matters are handled in magistrate court. |
| Appeal | Idaho Court of Appeals or Idaho Supreme Court | Appeals go to the state appellate courts, not the county court. |
Are Butte County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Idaho court records are public, with exceptions set by court rules and state law. Idaho Court Administrative Rule 32 presumes court records are open to the public, and the Idaho Public Records Act applies in general terms.
Public records
Most case records in the District Court are open to the public, including case information and filings that the rules do not restrict.
Restricted or confidential records
Juvenile, sealed, adoption, child protection, and certain family records are restricted. Access to these records requires the rules or a court order that permits it.
Online access
Idaho case records can be searched through the Idaho Repository portal at mycourts.idaho.gov. Not every document is online, so confirm with the clerk before assuming a record is available.
In-person access
Visit the Clerk of the District Court at 326 W. Grand Avenue, PO Box 171, Arco, ID 83213 to view or request records. Call (208) 527-8259 to confirm which office holds your case.
Fees
No fees are stated in the sources used for this section. Ask the Clerk of the District Court about copy costs before you request records.
How to Search Butte County Court Records Online
Use the Idaho Repository portal to look up Butte County cases by case type, and ask the clerk for documents that are not online.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, traffic, civil, small claims, family law, probate, or juvenile.
- Open mycourts.idaho.gov for the Idaho case search.
- Search by party name or case number and note the case number from the results.
- Review the case details for status, parties, and scheduled dates.
- Contact the Clerk of the District Court at (208) 527-8259 to request documents that are not online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | mycourts.idaho.gov | Case information by name or case number | Documents may require the clerk |
| Traffic | mycourts.idaho.gov | Infraction case information | Confirm the case type with the clerk |
| Civil | mycourts.idaho.gov | Case information | Confidential filings are restricted |
| Small claims | mycourts.idaho.gov | Case information | Documents may require the clerk |
| Family law | Clerk of the District Court | Limited case information | Certain family records are restricted |
| Probate | Clerk of the District Court | Case information | Confirm availability with the clerk |
| Juvenile | Clerk of the District Court | Limited information through the clerk | Juvenile records are restricted |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Butte County
Payment methods and fees are not listed in the sources used for this section, so contact the Clerk of the District Court or the Idaho Judiciary before you pay.
- Phone: Call (208) 527-8259 to ask which payment methods the clerk accepts.
- In person: Visit 326 W. Grand Avenue, PO Box 171, Arco, ID 83213 and ask the clerk about your ticket or case.
- Idaho Judiciary: Visit isc.idaho.gov for court contact information.
Parking tickets are handled by the city or agency that issued them, not by the District Court.
Butte County Court Records FAQ
How do I search court records in Butte County?
Search case information at mycourts.idaho.gov or contact the Clerk of the District Court at 326 W. Grand Avenue, PO Box 171, Arco, ID 83213.
Are Butte County court records public?
Yes, most Idaho court records are public, but juvenile, sealed, adoption, child protection, and certain family records are restricted.
How do I find a criminal case?
Search by name or case number at mycourts.idaho.gov, or call the Clerk of the District Court at (208) 527-8259.
How do I find a court date?
Check your notice or summons first, or call the Clerk of the District Court at (208) 527-8259 to confirm.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Call the Clerk of the District Court at (208) 527-8259 to confirm the payment methods, because the sources used do not list them.
How many cases are filed in Butte County each year?
County filing counts are not published in the sources used. Statewide, Idaho reported about 58,500 criminal cases in FY 2025 and roughly 93,000 civil filings.
What is the most common type of case?
County breakdowns are not available. Statewide, the reported civil filings of roughly 93,000 exceed the about 58,500 criminal cases in FY 2025.
Is crime in Butte County rising or falling?
County crime counts are not published as downloads. Statewide, Idaho reported 19,856 violent and property crimes in 2024, down 6.5% from 21,247 in 2023.
Courts in the County
Butte County Idaho CourthouseMore Info
| Address: | 248 West Grand PO Box 737, Arco, ID, 83213 |
| Phone Number: | 208-527-8259 |
| Website: | https://www.buttecountyid.us/butte-county/ |
Useful Links
- Idaho Court Assistance Office - Court Self-Help Provides comprehensive self-help resources including forms, tutorials, and guides for navigating the Idaho court system effectively.
- Idaho Judicial Branch Access official information and services from the Idaho Supreme Court including opinions, calendars, and news about the judicial branch.
- Idaho Legal Aid Services, Inc. - Welcome to Idaho Legal Aid Services, Inc. Non-profit organization dedicated to providing free legal representation and resources to low-income individuals and families in Idaho.
- Butte County Clerk Recorder's Office - Official Website Discover services related to court records, marriage licenses, and other public records offered by Butte County's official clerk.
- Idaho State Court Records - iCourt Portal Use the iCourt Portal for comprehensive access to Idaho state civil, criminal, and other court records online efficiently.
- Idaho Guardianship and Conservatorship Forms and Instructions Find instructions and forms necessary for guardianship and conservatorship matters as governed by Idaho state law.
- Idaho Secretary of State - Court Resources and Information Provides resources on elections, notary, business services, and how these roles integrate with the judicial processes in Idaho.
- Idaho State Legislature - Title 32, Chapter 11: Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction Act Detailed legislative documentation governing child custody laws in Idaho, offering context and legal framework references.
- Idaho Problem-Solving Courts Information about specialized courts such as drug courts or mental health courts aimed at addressing specific legal problems.
- Idaho Unified Data Management System (UDC) - Overview Overview of the state’s system designed to provide electronic data management and information sharing across Idaho courts.
- ACLU of Idaho - Courts and Legal System Resources American Civil Liberties Union offers information on civil rights and public interest issues relevant to the Idaho legal system.
- Idaho Military and Veteran’s Court Programs Support programs for military members and veterans involved in the legal system, focusing on rehabilitation and integration.
- Idaho Supreme Court - Calendar of Sessions Comprehensive calendar providing schedules of court hearings, sessions, and public meetings held by the Idaho Supreme Court.
- Idaho Association of Counties - Advocacy, Information, and Services for Idaho's County Governments Provides comprehensive support and information for county governance, which includes administrative and legal court functions.
- Butte County Sheriff's Office Civil Division Details services offered by the Sheriff's Civil Division, including process serving and court order enforcement procedures.
- Idaho Child Support Services - Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Provides guidelines and processes for child support services, including applications, payments, and enforcement in Idaho.
- Links to Idaho Courts and Resources Centralized location for accessing links to individual Idaho district and magistrate courts to find localized court information.
- Idaho Sheriffs’ Association - Home Information and resources provided by the Idaho Sheriffs’ Association regarding law enforcement services, training, and support.
- Idaho Juvenile Justice Commission Offers details on the Juvenile Justice System, including reform efforts, programs, and opportunities for youth in Idaho.
- Idaho 211 - Legal Aid and Support Information Connects Idaho residents with essential resources and legal aid services through the 211 Idaho CareLine for community support.
Table of Contents
- Butte County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Butte County Court Records
- Butte County Court Statistics (FY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Butte County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Butte County?
- How Does Butte County Compare With Idaho Overall?
- Butte County Crime Statistics (2024)
- Butte County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Butte County?
- Are Butte County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Butte County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Butte County
- Butte County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links