Bonneville County Court Records Search

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    Bonneville County is located in southeastern Idaho, with its county seat in Idaho Falls. The county is part of Idaho’s 7th Judicial District, which operates both a District Court and a Magistrate Division out of the Bonneville County Courthouse. The Clerk of the District Court serves as custodian of all court records filed in the county, including civil, criminal, family, and probate case documents. Whether you need to check on a pending case, retrieve a copy of a court order, or research older filings, multiple methods exist for locating records in Bonneville County.

    Residents of Idaho can search for court case information through several official channels, including clerk offices, public access terminals at the courthouse, and online databases. IdahoStateCourts.us may also assist in finding publicly available court case data and statewide judicial resources. The sections below outline the specific offices, procedures, and fees relevant to Bonneville County.

    How to Look Up a Court Case in Bonneville County?

    Bonneville County court records can be searched online, in person, or by mail. The primary electronic tool is the iCourt Portal, which is free and accessible from any device. It covers District Court and Magistrate Division filings across all Idaho counties, including Bonneville.

    Searching via the iCourt Portal:

    1. Navigate to the portal and click the Smart Search tab.
    2. Enter a party name, attorney name, business name, or case number.
    3. To narrow results, click Advanced Filtering Options and select Bonneville County under the Location dropdown.
    4. Choose a case type filter (e.g., “Bonneville - Criminal”, “Bonneville - Civil”, “Bonneville - Family”, or “Bonneville - Probate or Mental Health”).
    5. Click any case number link in the results to view docket details, hearing dates, financial information, and filed documents.

    In-Person Searches:

    Visit the Bonneville County Courthouse during business hours. The Clerk’s office can locate records by name or case number. A public access terminal is also available for self-service searches.

    Bonneville County Courthouse
    Address: 605 North Capital Avenue, Idaho Falls, ID 83402
    Phone: (208) 529-1350, ext. 1379 (Court Records)
    Email: CourtArchives@bonneville.idcourts.gov
    Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (excluding holidays)

    Requesting Records by Mail or Email:

    Bonneville County provides a Court Record Request Form (PDF) that can be downloaded from the county’s public records request page. To submit a request:

    1. Download and complete the form with your contact information and the case number(s) or document description.
    2. Email the completed form to CourtArchives@bonneville.idcourts.gov or mail it to the courthouse address above.
    3. The custodian will respond with either the records, a fee estimate requiring advance payment, or a denial notice under ICAR 32.
    4. If advance payment is required, processing begins after payment is received. The office may take up to 10 working days to locate and retrieve records.

    Court Record Copy Fees:

    ServiceFee
    Copies of court documents$1.00 per page
    Certification (seal) per document$1.00
    Electronic/digital audio recording$10.00 per recording

    Payments can be made by cash at the courthouse. Contact the Clerk’s office to confirm current accepted payment methods for mail requests.

    Are Court Records Public in Bonneville County?

    Most court records in Bonneville County are open to the public. Two principal legal authorities govern access: the Idaho Public Records Act (Idaho Code § 74-101 et seq.) and Idaho Court Administrative Rule 32 (ICAR 32). Together, they establish a presumption of public access to court documents while carving out specific categories of confidential records.

    Records that are publicly accessible include:

    • Dockets, calendars, and registers of actions
    • Pleadings, motions, memoranda, briefs, and affidavits filed in a case
    • Orders, judgments, opinions, findings of fact, and conclusions of law
    • Trial and hearing transcripts
    • Notices issued by the Clerk of Court
    • Administrative records maintained by the court

    Records exempt from public disclosure under ICAR 32 include:

    • Adoption records
    • Juvenile court proceedings
    • Child custody, child support, and paternity filings
    • Guardianship and conservatorship records
    • Termination of parental rights records
    • Hospitalization and involuntary commitment records
    • Grand jury proceedings and juror identities
    • Unreturned arrest and search warrants
    • Pre-sentence investigation reports and pre-trial risk assessments
    • Protection order petitions under the Domestic Violence Crime Prevention Act
    • Personnel records and employment investigations
    • Judicial work product such as draft opinions, notes, and internal memoranda
    • Intercepted communications records
    • Juror qualification forms and questionnaires during trial

    If a records request is denied, the requester may petition the custodian judge for a ruling. If the custodian judge upholds the denial, the requester may file an action in District Court challenging the decision.

    Bonneville County Criminal Court Records

    Criminal cases in Bonneville County are divided between the District Court, which handles felonies and serious criminal matters, and the Magistrate Division, which adjudicates misdemeanors, infractions, and preliminary hearings. Both operate from the Bonneville County Courthouse.

    Online Criminal Case Search:

    Use the iCourt Portal and select “Bonneville - Criminal” under the Case Type filter. Searches can be conducted by defendant name or case number. Results display charges, hearing dates, dispositions, and financial assessments.

    In-Person Criminal Record Requests:

    Visit the Clerk of Court at the courthouse with a name or case number. Copies cost $1.00 per page. Contact (208) 529-1350 for additional information on criminal record requests.

    Arrest and Inmate Records:

    The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office maintains current arrest and booking information. An up-to-date inmate list is published online, showing each inmate’s name, ID number, and housing location at the Bonneville County Jail.

    • Jail Location: 900 Environmental Way, Idaho Falls, ID 83401
    • Jail Operations Phone: (208) 529-1315
    • Sheriff’s Office Main Phone: (208) 529-1200

    Statewide Criminal History Checks:

    For official criminal background reports, the Idaho State Police Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) offers two options:

    • Name-Based Background Check: Submit a completed Name-Based Criminal Background Check Form and a $20 fee. Requests can be made in person, by fax, or by mail to:

      Idaho State Police – Bureau of Criminal Identification
      700 S. Stratford Dr., #120
      Meridian, ID 83642
      Fax: (208) 884-7193
      Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

    • Fingerprint-Based Background Check: Submit a Fingerprint-Based Criminal Background Check Form, a complete set of rolled fingerprints on an Applicant Fingerprint Card, a Payment Authorization Form, and $20. Credit card payments incur an additional $1.00 plus 2.5% transaction fee.

    Criminal history records are accessible to the public under Idaho Code § 67-3008.

    Bonneville County Civil Court Records

    Civil litigation in Bonneville County falls under the 7th Judicial District Court. The District Court hears civil cases where the amount in controversy exceeds $10,000, while the Magistrate Division has jurisdiction over small claims (up to $5,000 under Idaho Code § 1-2301) and civil disputes up to $10,000.

    Searching Civil Court Records Online:

    The iCourt Portal supports civil case searches. Select “Bonneville - Civil” from the Case Type dropdown after clicking Advanced Filtering Options. Enter a party name, attorney name, business name, or case number to retrieve docket entries, filed documents, and judgment information.

    Requesting Civil Records In Person or by Mail:

    Submit the Court Record Request Form to the Clerk of Court at 605 North Capital Avenue, Idaho Falls, ID 83402. Include the case number or party names and a description of the specific documents needed. Copy fees are $1.00 per page, with $1.00 additional per document for certification.

    Civil Process and Sheriff Fees:

    The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office Civil Process Division handles service of civil papers. Effective October 1, 2023, civil service fees are:

    • Service fee: $45.00 (payable to the Bonneville County Sheriff)
    • Bank search fee: $7.00

    Court Forms and Self-Help Resources:

    The Idaho Court Assistance Office provides interactive court forms for self-represented litigants, including templates for small claims filings, civil complaints, and other common actions. The 7th District Court Assistance Office is located inside the Bonneville County Courthouse and can be reached at (208) 589-9872 or by email at D7CAO@idcourts.gov.

    Recorded Documents and Property Records:

    The Bonneville County Clerk, Auditor, and Recorder’s Office maintains land records, deeds, liens, and other recorded instruments. These can be searched through the county’s online records portal. Copies of recorded documents cost $1.00 per page, plus $1.00 per document for certification. Large-format copies of plats and surveys are $5.00 each.

    Bonneville County Family Court Records

    Family law matters—including divorce, child custody, child support, and domestic violence proceedings—are heard by the 7th Judicial District Court in Bonneville County. Most family court records carry confidentiality protections under ICAR 32, meaning they are not available for general public inspection.

    What is accessible:

    • Certain divorce case filings may appear on the iCourt Portal when searched under the “Bonneville - Family” case type filter.
    • Dissolution of marriage records are considered confidential and accessible only to the parties named in the record, their legal representatives, or immediate family members. These records become publicly available after 50 years.

    Requesting Family Court Records:

    In-person requests can be made at the Clerk of Court during business hours. Copies cost $1.00 per page. Online searches through the iCourt Portal may yield limited information for family cases due to confidentiality restrictions. Juvenile court files, child custody documents, paternity records, and records related to termination of parental rights are sealed.

    Marriage Licenses:

    Marriage licenses in Bonneville County are issued by the Clerk, Auditor, and Recorder’s Office, located on the second floor of the courthouse.

    • Fee: $28.00 (payable by cash, money order, debit card, or credit card)
    • Requirements: Both parties must appear in person with valid photo ID showing date of birth and must know their Social Security numbers. Applicants under 18 need a parent’s sworn affidavit; those under 16 require a judge’s authorization.
    • Online Pre-Application: Applicants may begin the process online through the county’s self-service portal, but both parties must still visit the office between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to finalize the license.
    • Marriage licenses issued in Idaho have no waiting period and do not expire.

    Marriage, Divorce, Birth, and Death Certificates:

    Bonneville County does not maintain birth or death records. Certified copies of marriage and divorce certificates, as well as birth and death certificates, are available through the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare’s Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics.

    • Cost: $16 per certified copy; online orders through the approved third-party vendor incur an additional $10.50 processing fee.
    • Confidentiality: Marriage and divorce records are confidential for 50 years. Birth records are confidential for 100 years; death records for 50 years. Only the record subject, immediate family, or their legal representative may request copies during the confidentiality period.

    • Mail Requests: Submit the appropriate Certificate Request Form (Marriage/Divorce in English or Spanish; Birth in English or Spanish; Death in English or Spanish), a photocopy of valid ID, and a check or money order to:

      Idaho Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics
      P.O. Box 83720
      Boise, ID 83720-0036

    Processing takes approximately one to two weeks.

    Bonneville County Probate Court Records

    Probate matters in Bonneville County—including the administration of estates, probate of wills, guardianships, conservatorships, and involuntary commitment proceedings—are handled by the Magistrate Division of the 7th Judicial District Court.

    Searching Probate Records Online:

    The iCourt Portal includes probate case records. Use the Advanced Filtering Options and select “Bonneville - Probate or Mental Health” from the Case Type dropdown. Enter the decedent’s name or case number to find docket entries, filings, and orders.

    In-Person Probate Record Requests:

    Visit the Clerk of Court at the Bonneville County Courthouse with the decedent’s name or case number. Standard copy fees of $1.00 per page apply, with an additional $1.00 per document for certification.

    What Probate Records Typically Include:

    • Petitions for probate of will or letters of administration
    • Inventories and accountings of estate assets
    • Claims against the estate
    • Orders appointing personal representatives
    • Guardianship and conservatorship petitions and orders
    • Closing documents and final distributions

    Confidentiality Restrictions:

    While most probate filings are public, guardianship and conservatorship records carry confidentiality protections under ICAR 32 and may not be available for general inspection. Records related to involuntary hospitalization and judicial authorization of sterilization procedures are also exempt from disclosure.

    Court Assistance and Forms:

    Self-represented individuals handling probate matters can obtain guidance and interactive forms through the Idaho Court Assistance Office or by visiting the 7th District Court Assistance Office at the Bonneville County Courthouse. The Idaho State Law Library and Idaho Legal Aid Services provide additional self-help resources. Local rules governing practice in the 7th Judicial District are available through a downloadable order published by the court.