Idaho County, ID Courts and Public Records
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The Idaho County District Court handles the county's trial-level cases through its Magistrate Division and district judges. The Clerk of the District Court keeps the county's court records.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Idaho County, Idaho District Court (Magistrate Division) |
| Main Address | 320 West Main, Grangeville, ID 83530 |
| Main Phone | (208) 983-2751 |
| Courthouse Locations | 1 (Grangeville) |
| Handles | Magistrate Division: misdemeanors, infractions, small claims, most family and probate matters, and initial felony proceedings. District judges: felonies and larger civil cases. |
| Does NOT Handle | Federal cases (U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho) and parking tickets (citing agency) |
| Online Case Search | mycourts.idaho.gov |
| Criminal Records Requests | Clerk of the District Court, (208) 983-2751 |
How to Search Idaho County Court Records
Have the person's full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search. Court records for Idaho County are kept by the Clerk of the District Court.
Online
Go to mycourts.idaho.gov to search Idaho court case information.
Search by party name or case number where the portal allows it.
Confirm details with the clerk, since portal results are not official court records.
Best for: Quick case status lookups
In Person
Go to 320 West Main, Grangeville, ID 83530.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Ask the clerk which records are available on site.
Best for: Records not available online
By Phone
Call (208) 983-2751 to confirm what the clerk needs.
Ask which clerk division keeps your case type.
Ask how to request copies of court records.
Best for: Confirming the right office first
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
Idaho County Court Statistics (FY 2024)
Idaho County courts handled an estimated 1,360 new cases in FY 2024 and disposed of an estimated 1,324. The estimate scales Idaho statewide totals by the county's share of state population.
~1,360
Total filings in FY 2024
~1,324
Total dispositions in FY 2024
~1,360
Filings per judicial position (1 estimated positions)
~+2.7%
Change in total filings vs FY 2023
| Metric | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | ~1,360 | ~1,324 | ~+2.7% |
| Total Dispositions | ~1,324 | ~1,298 | ~+2.0% |
| Criminal Filings | ~877 | ~850 | ~+3.2% |
| Civil Filings | ~268 | ~260 | ~+3.1% |
| Family Law Filings | ~85 | ~83 | ~+2.4% |
| Probate Filings | ~49 | ~48 | ~+2.1% |
| Mental Health Filings | ~22 | ~21 | ~+4.8% |
| Juvenile Filings | ~35 | ~34 | ~+2.9% |
| 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 Idaho County's 0.89% share of the state population.
How Have Court Filings Changed in Idaho County?
Estimated total filings in Idaho 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 | ~1,360 | ~1,324 | ~+2.7% |
| FY 2023 | ~1,324 | ~1,298 | ~+3.4% |
| FY 2022 | ~1,280 | ~1,262 | ~+2.9% |
| FY 2021 | ~1,244 | ~1,208 | ~+3.8% |
| FY 2020 | ~1,199 | ~1,145 | ~+3.8% |
Estimated filings changed +13.4% between FY 2020 and FY 2024, from 1,199 to 1,360. The largest annual change was +3.8% in FY 2021. The latest change of +2.7% reflects statewide Idaho trends. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Idaho statewide figures scaled by Idaho County's 0.89% share of the state population.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Idaho County?
Idaho has one unified trial court, the District Court, with a Magistrate Division in every county. County filing counts by case type are not published as downloads, so this section describes what each court handles.
| Court or Agency | What It Handles |
|---|---|
| Magistrate Division of the District Court | Misdemeanors, infractions, small claims, most family and probate matters, and initial felony proceedings |
| District Court judges | Felonies and larger civil cases |
| Municipal ordinance cases | Generally handled in the county magistrate court |
| Idaho Court of Appeals and Idaho Supreme Court | Appeals |
| U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho | Federal cases |
| Citing city or agency | Parking tickets |
How Does Idaho County Compare With Idaho Overall?
Idaho County is estimated to account for about 0.89% of the 152,000 cases filed in Idaho courts in FY 2024.
| Metric | Idaho County | Idaho | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | ~1,360 | 152,000 | ~0.89% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | ~+2.7% | +2.7% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Filings per judicial position | ~1,360 | 987 | Estimated at the state level |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~1,324 | 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 Idaho County's 0.89% share of the state population.
Idaho County Crime Statistics (2024)
These figures are Idaho statewide totals reported to the FBI, not Idaho County counts. County-level crime counts are not published as downloads, so this section shows statewide figures only.
4,722
Violent crimes, Idaho statewide, 2024
15,134
Property crimes, Idaho statewide, 2024
235.9
Violent crime rate per 100K, Idaho statewide, 2024
-6.5%
Change in total reported crimes, Idaho statewide, 2024 vs 2023
| Offense | 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% |
Rates use the Idaho statewide population for 2024.
Idaho County Courthouse Locations
Idaho County has 1 courthouse location in Grangeville. Check the county directory at isc.idaho.gov/Courthouse to confirm your location before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho County Courthouse (Grangeville) | 320 West Main, Grangeville, ID 83530 | (208) 983-2751 |
Which Court Handles Your Case in Idaho County?
Most Idaho County cases go to the District Court's Magistrate Division or to district judges, unless an outside agency or a federal court handles the matter.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | Magistrate Division of the District Court | Infractions are heard by magistrates; call the clerk at (208) 983-2751 for your court date. |
| Parking ticket | Citing city or agency | The court does not handle parking tickets; contact the agency that issued the ticket. |
| Misdemeanor | Magistrate Division of the District Court | Magistrates handle misdemeanors; call the Clerk of the District Court at (208) 983-2751. |
| Felony | Magistrate Division, then district judges | Magistrates handle initial felony proceedings, and district judges handle the felony case. |
| Civil lawsuit | District Court | District judges handle larger civil cases. |
| Small claims | Magistrate Division of the District Court | Magistrates handle small claims matters. |
| Divorce | Magistrate Division of the District Court | Magistrates handle most family matters; confirm the division with the clerk. |
| Child custody or support | Magistrate Division of the District Court | Magistrates handle most family matters; confirm the division with the clerk. |
| Probate or estate | Magistrate Division of the District Court | Magistrates handle most probate matters. |
| Appeal | Idaho Court of Appeals or Idaho Supreme Court | Appeals go to the state appellate courts, not the county court. |
| Federal case | U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho | Federal cases are not handled by the county court. |
Are Idaho County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Idaho County court records are open to the public, with exceptions set by Idaho law.
Public records
Idaho Court Administrative Rule 32 presumes that court records are open to the public, subject to its listed exceptions. The Idaho Public Records Act also applies in general terms.
Restricted or confidential records
Juvenile, sealed, adoption, child protection, and certain family records are restricted. This page does not promise access to any restricted record.
Online access
Search case information at mycourts.idaho.gov. Online results show case information, and not every document is available online.
In-person access
Visit the Clerk of the District Court at 320 West Main, Grangeville, ID 83530, or call (208) 983-2751 to confirm which office holds your record.
Fees
This page does not list court fees. Ask the Clerk of the District Court about current copy fees.
How to Search Idaho County Court Records Online
Use the official Idaho portal to search Idaho County court case information, and ask the clerk for documents that are not online.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, traffic, civil, small claims, or family law.
- Go to mycourts.idaho.gov, the official Idaho case search portal.
- Search by party name or case number, if the portal allows it, and note the case number from the results.
- Review the case information for status and scheduled dates.
- Call the Clerk of the District Court at (208) 983-2751 for documents that are not online.
| Need | Where to Go | Limits |
|---|---|---|
| Case information | mycourts.idaho.gov | Portal results are not official court records |
| Documents and copies | Clerk of the District Court, (208) 983-2751 | Ask the clerk which documents are available |
| Restricted records | Not online | Juvenile, sealed, adoption, child protection, and certain family records are restricted |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Idaho County
Contact the Clerk of the District Court at (208) 983-2751 to ask how to pay fines and citations in Idaho County.
- Phone: Call (208) 983-2751 and ask which payment methods the clerk accepts for your citation or fine.
- In person: Go to 320 West Main, Grangeville, ID 83530 and ask the clerk about payment before your court date.
- Case check: Look up your case at mycourts.idaho.gov before you pay, so you pay the right case.
Parking tickets are handled by the agency that issued them, not by the District Court. Traffic citations, criminal fines, and parking tickets are handled separately.
Idaho County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Idaho County court records?
Use mycourts.idaho.gov for case information, or contact the Clerk of the District Court at (208) 983-2751.
Are Idaho 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 party name or case number at mycourts.idaho.gov, or call the Clerk of the District Court at (208) 983-2751 for help.
How do I find a court date?
Check your ticket or notice first, then call the Clerk of the District Court at (208) 983-2751 to confirm the date.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Call (208) 983-2751 and ask which payment methods the clerk accepts, or visit the clerk at 320 West Main, Grangeville, ID 83530.
How many cases are filed in Idaho County each year?
County filing counts are not published as downloads. Statewide, Idaho reported roughly 93,000 civil filings (fiscal year not stated) and about 58,500 criminal cases in FY2025.
What is the most common case type?
County-level case type counts are not available. Statewide, FY2025 figures show about 58,500 criminal cases and roughly 93,000 civil filings.
Is crime in Idaho rising or falling?
Statewide, total reported crimes fell -6.5% in 2024 from 2023, with violent crimes -1.0% and property crimes -8.1%. County crime counts are not published as downloads.
Courts in the County
Idaho County Idaho CourthouseMore Info
| Address: | 320 West Main Street, Grangeville, ID, 83530 |
| Phone Number: | 208-983-2776 |
| Fax: | 208-983-2376 |
| Website: | https://idahocounty.org/district-courts/ |
Useful Links
- Idaho Judicial Branch – Supreme Court: Access information on Idaho's judicial system, Supreme Court decisions, and judicial services and resources statewide.
- iCourt Portal - Idaho Court Records & Payments: View case information and related courts, make online payments, and search court records easily through this official portal.
- Idaho Legal Aid Services, Inc.: Provides free legal assistance and education to low-income Idahoans in civil legal matters, improving justice access statewide.
- Idaho Court Assistance Office – Forms: Download legal forms and documents necessary for various court processes and procedures completed for Idaho residents.
- Idaho County Clerk's Office – Court Services: Access Idaho County-specific court services, marriage licenses, elections, and other essential public records for residents and attorneys.
- Idaho Secretary of State – Elections & Voting: Find crucial information regarding elections, registration, and voting in Idaho state through authoritative resources.
- Legal Information Institute – Idaho Code: Access the searchable database of Idaho Code and legal information provided by the Legal Information Institute at Cornell Law School.
- Idaho Court Rules – Idaho Judicial Branch: Access current Idaho court rules, procedures, and amendments, vital for attorneys and individuals navigating legal processes.
- Idaho State Law Library – Judicial Branch: Explore legal resources, research materials, and law library services available to the public, legal professionals, and researchers.
- Idaho Association of Counties: Provides resources, advocacy, and services for Idaho's county governments to enhance statewide governance and civic participation.
- Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program: Offers pro bono legal services to Idaho residents unable to afford legal representation in various civil matters.
- Idaho Council on Domestic Violence & Victim Assistance: Promotes safety and support for victims through advocacy, public awareness, and assistance programs addressing domestic issues.
- Idaho State Public Defense Commission: Ensures quality and consistent public defense services across Idaho counties, protecting the rights of defendants statewide.
- Idaho Crime Victims Compensation Program: Provides financial compensation, support, and resources for victims of crime and their families to promote recovery and healing.
- Idaho Legal Aid Services – Family Law Resources: Provides essential legal information and resources on family law matters, including divorce, custody, and domestic violence in Idaho.
- Idaho Department of Water Resources – Hearings Office: Responsible for the conduct of administrative hearings involving water rights and resource management legal actions in Idaho.
- Idaho Office of the Attorney General: Provides legal opinions, advice, advocacy, and enforcement of state laws to protect public interest and uphold justice in Idaho.
- Idaho Supreme Court: Child Protection: Details judicial processes and rules focused on child protection cases, safeguarding children's welfare within legal proceedings.
- Court Assistance Office Self-Help Center: Guidance and resources for self-represented individuals in family and civil court cases, including forms and procedural information.
- Idaho Human Rights Commission: Promotes human rights and equality through enforcement of Idaho's human rights statutes and resolves discrimination complaints statewide.
Table of Contents
- Idaho County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Idaho County Court Records
- Idaho County Court Statistics (FY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Idaho County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Idaho County?
- How Does Idaho County Compare With Idaho Overall?
- Idaho County Crime Statistics (2024)
- Idaho County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Idaho County?
- Are Idaho County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Idaho County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Idaho County
- Idaho County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links