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    Jerome County sits in the heart of Idaho's Magic Valley, and its court system handles thousands of civil, criminal, family, and probate matters each year. Court records from those proceedings — including pleadings, motions, orders, judgments, and exhibits — form the official account of judicial activity in the county. These documents help citizens research legal precedents, verify case outcomes, conduct background screening, and hold the judicial system accountable. Knowing where those records are kept and how to request them will save you time whether you're an attorney, researcher, or private individual.

    Finding Court Records in Jerome County:

    Residents and researchers looking to access court case information in Idaho have several options. The Idaho Supreme Court and Judicial Branch website coordinates statewide access to court rules, forms, and case information tools. For online case lookups specifically, IdahoStateCourts.us can help you locate publicly available case information, and the statewide iCourt Portal allows electronic searches across all Idaho counties. Records can also be accessed through the Jerome County Clerk of Court in person, by mail request, or through public access terminals at the courthouse.

    How to Look Up a Court Case in Jerome County?

    Jerome County courts operate as part of Idaho's Fifth Judicial District, which also serves Blaine, Camas, Cassia, Gooding, Lincoln, Minidoka, and Twin Falls counties. Cases heard in Jerome County are managed at two primary facilities:

    Thomas H. Borresen Judicial Complex
    Address: 233 West Main Street, Jerome, ID 83338
    Phone: (208) 644-2600
    Fax: (208) 644-2609
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

    Jerome County Courthouse – Clerk of the District Court
    Address: 300 North Lincoln Avenue, Room 301, Jerome, ID 83338
    Phone: (208) 644-2714
    Fax: (208) 644-2709
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

    The Judicial Complex is home to District Judge Honorable Rosemary Emory and Magistrate Judges Honorable John B. Lothspeich and Honorable Stacey DePew. The Clerk of the District Court, Cy Lootens, maintains official case files at the Courthouse location.

    Ways to search for a Jerome County court case:

    • iCourt Portal (online) — The iCourt Portal at mycourts.idaho.gov is Idaho's primary statewide online case search system. It provides docket entries at no charge and allows you to purchase document images electronically at $0.65 per page. Cases from 1995 to the present are searchable by party name, case number, or citation number.
    • In person at the Courthouse — Visit the Clerk's office at 300 N. Lincoln Ave., Room 301, during business hours. Staff can locate files by party name, case number, or approximate filing date.
    • By mail — Submit a written request to the Clerk of the District Court at the address above. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope and as much identifying information as possible.
    • Public Records Request Form — The county provides a formal Public Records Request Form for records maintained by the Jerome County Courts. Direct inquiries to Chelsea Wethern through the contact information provided on that form.
    • Traffic citations and fines — Payments can be made online at mycourts.idaho.gov or by calling (208) 644-2600. In-person and mail payments go to the Judicial Complex at 233 W. Main Street. Credit and debit card payments carry a 3.5% service fee.

    Fees for court record copies are set by Idaho Code § 31-3201:

    ServiceFee
    Plain copy (paper, per page)$1.00
    Comparing/conforming a prepared copy$0.50 per page
    Certification of a document$1.00 per document
    Electronic PDF via iCourt Portal$0.65 per page
    Clerk name search (no case number)$20.00 per name
    iCourt docket viewingFree

    Are Court Records Public in Jerome County?

    Jerome County court records are presumptively open to the public under Idaho Court Administrative Rule 32 (I.C.A.R. 32), which governs all records maintained by Idaho's unified court system. This rule establishes both the right of access and the categories of records that are shielded from general disclosure.

    Records that are generally open to the public include civil case files (complaints, answers, motions, orders, judgments), criminal case dockets and publicly filed pleadings, divorce decrees and property settlement agreements, probate filings and estate inventories, and small claims judgments.

    Records that are confidential or restricted under I.C.A.R. 32 include:

    • Juvenile court files in delinquency and child protection matters
    • Adoption records and related proceedings
    • Records sealed by specific court order
    • Documents containing Social Security numbers, financial account details, or medical information (these are redacted before public release)
    • Domestic violence safety information within protective order files
    • Child custody evaluations and related reports

    Beginning January 1, 2024, Idaho's Clean Slate Act (Idaho Code § 67-3004(11)) allows individuals convicted of certain nonviolent, non-assaultive offenses to petition the court to shield their cases from public view. The Idaho Supreme Court's Clean Slate Act page provides the petition process. Parties who believe documents in their case contain sensitive information that should be redacted can follow the Idaho Courts redaction instructions before filing.

    Jerome County Criminal Court Records

    Criminal cases in Jerome County move through two tiers depending on the severity of the charge. Felonies and Class A misdemeanors are handled before a District Judge, while infractions, traffic violations, and lesser misdemeanors are heard in the Magistrate Division. Both levels of court operate out of the Thomas H. Borresen Judicial Complex at 233 West Main Street.

    Criminal court records filed at the Clerk's office are generally public under I.C.A.R. 32 and include charging documents, informations, indictments, plea agreements, sentencing orders, and judgments of conviction. To locate a specific criminal case, the iCourt Portal is the most efficient starting point — you can search by defendant name or case number for cases filed since 1995.

    To request criminal court records in person or by mail, provide:

    • Full legal name of the defendant
    • Date of birth (helpful for narrowing results with common names)
    • Case number, if available
    • Approximate filing or hearing date
    • Valid government-issued photo ID

    Arrest records, booking information, and incarceration history are maintained separately by the Jerome County Sheriff's Office rather than the Clerk of Court. These law enforcement records are subject to different public access rules and must be requested directly from the Sheriff's Office. Criminal history compiled by the Idaho State Police is governed by Idaho's criminal history access statutes and is not available through the district court clerk.

    For individuals with older convictions, the Clean Slate Act petition process may limit what appears in public case searches. Any search results should be confirmed against current courthouse records before relying on them for legal or employment purposes.

    Jerome County Civil Court Records

    Civil matters filed in Jerome County cover a broad range of disputes, from small claims collections to complex contract litigation and property disputes. The District Court handles civil cases exceeding $10,000, while the Magistrate Division manages small claims actions (up to $5,000 under Idaho's small claims rules), landlord-tenant disputes, and lower-value civil matters.

    Under Idaho Rule of Civil Procedure 5(d), most civil documents must be filed with the Clerk as public records. The full range of civil records available includes petitions and complaints, answers and counterclaims, motions and supporting briefs, court orders and judgments, and notices of appeal.

    The iCourt Portal provides online access to civil case dockets. For complete document copies, visit the Clerk's office at the Jerome County Courthouse (300 N. Lincoln Ave., Room 301) or submit a written mail request. Copy fees follow the schedule under Idaho Code § 31-3201 as listed in the fee table above.

    For small claims filings, the Idaho Court Assistance Office self-help page provides step-by-step filing instructions and downloadable forms at no charge. The Jerome County Court Assistance Office is located at the Thomas H. Borresen Judicial Complex:

    Thomas H. Borresen Judicial Complex
    233 West Main Street, Jerome, ID 83338
    Phone: (208) 644-2600 / (208) 736-4136
    Email: jwoolley@twinfalls.idcourts.gov

    Civil protection orders issued in Jerome County are also filed with the Clerk and are generally accessible to the public, though specific victim information may be redacted.

    Jerome County Family Court Records

    Family law matters in Jerome County are heard primarily in the Magistrate Division and encompass divorce proceedings, child custody and visitation disputes, child support modifications, paternity actions, adoptions, domestic violence protective orders, and guardianships of minors. District Judge Emory and Magistrate Judges Lothspeich and DePew all handle family law matters depending on case type.

    Divorce records are part of the district court civil case files maintained by the Clerk at 300 N. Lincoln Ave., Room 301. Those files contain divorce petitions, property settlement agreements, final decrees, and any child-related orders. Under Idaho Code § 32-717, divorce files are maintained as public records, though certain portions — including custody evaluations, mental health assessments, and documents containing sensitive financial data — may be sealed by court order. Idaho Code § 32-717A specifically governs parental access to records in custody matters.

    To request divorce records, you will need:

    • Full legal names of both former spouses
    • Approximate filing or finalization date
    • Case number, if known
    • Valid photo identification
    • Payment of applicable copy fees (Idaho Code § 31-3201)

    Self-represented parties seeking divorce forms, child support modification packets, name change forms, or custody paperwork can use Idaho Guide and File, a free online guided questionnaire that generates court-ready forms. The Jerome County Court Assistance Office at the Judicial Complex can also assist with form selection and filing procedures.

    Marriage records are public documents maintained by the Jerome County Recorder's Office at the courthouse (300 N. Lincoln Ave.). A certified copy costs $13 for the first copy and $5 for each additional copy requested at the same time, per Idaho Code § 32-1009. Requests can be submitted in person, by mail, or through authorized services.

    Birth and death records are maintained at the state level rather than the county courthouse. Certified copies of birth and death certificates are issued by the Idaho Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics. The current fee is $16 per certified copy. Access to birth certificates is tightly restricted under Idaho Code § 39-259A to the person named (if age 18 or older), listed parents, legal guardians, spouses, adult children, and legal representatives. Death certificates fewer than 50 years old are semi-confidential under Idaho Code § 39-270; once a record reaches the 50-year mark it becomes fully open to the public.

    Adoption records are confidential under I.C.A.R. 32 and are not available through standard public access. A court order is required to access sealed adoption files.

    Jerome County Probate Court Records

    Probate matters in Jerome County fall under Idaho's Uniform Probate Code (Idaho Code Title 15), which governs the administration of decedents' estates, the probating and contesting of wills, appointment of personal representatives, resolution of creditor claims, and the establishment of guardianships and conservatorships for minors and incapacitated adults.

    The Clerk of the District Court maintains original probate files, docket sheets, orders, and minute entries at the Jerome County Courthouse (300 N. Lincoln Ave., Room 301). Public access terminals at the Thomas H. Borresen Judicial Complex allow researchers to view case dockets and imaged documents through the statewide iCourt Portal.

    How to request a probate record:

    • Identify the case — Provide the decedent's full name, estimated year of filing, or case number if available.
    • Search online — Check the iCourt Portal first. Docket entries are free to view; document images cost $0.65 per page to download.
    • In person — Visit the Clerk's office at the Courthouse. Staff will retrieve the file while you wait during regular business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.).
    • By mail — Send a written request to: Clerk of the District Court, 300 N. Lincoln Ave., Room 301, Jerome, ID 83338. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope and as much identifying information as possible.
    • Pay applicable fees — Paper copies cost $1.00 per page; certification adds $1.00 per document; name searches without a case number cost $20.00 per name.

    What probate records typically contain:

    • Petition for probate and will (if any)
    • Inventory and appraisal of estate assets
    • Claims filed by creditors
    • Orders appointing personal representatives
    • Final accounting and decree of distribution
    • Guardianship or conservatorship petitions and orders for protected persons

    Files involving minors or protected persons may be partially sealed under I.C.A.R. 32. Access to those restricted portions requires a court order. For genealogical research, historical probate records from Jerome County dating to 1918 are also accessible through resources such as FamilySearch, which indexes Idaho wills and probate records from 1857 through 1989.

    For parties with questions about the probate process itself, the Idaho Court Assistance Office at the Thomas H. Borresen Judicial Complex provides self-help resources and form packets for unrepresented individuals navigating estate administration.

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