Blaine County Court Records

Blaine County court records contain official files, reports, and documents about legal cases adjudicated in the Blaine County district and magistrate courts. The creation of court records begins with initial filings (such as complaints or petitions) and continues as other documents and actions, like motions, hearings, orders, and judgments, are recorded throughout the case's lifecycle.

The Blaine County Clerk of the District Court is the official custodian of court documents and is responsible for creating, preserving, and updating these records. A Blaine County court record typically contains complaints, motions, orders, judgments, transcripts, subpoenas, case party or litigant information, exhibits, case dockets, etc. These records are important for multiple reasons, including promoting transparency, accountability, and continuity in the judicial system by helping the public to track or monitor case progress, determine court outcomes, research legal precedents, and facilitate appeals.

Are Court Records Public in Blaine County?

Yes. Court records are public in Blaine County under the Idaho Public Records Act (Idaho Code § 74-101 et seq.) and Idaho Court Administrative Rule (ICAR) 32. Both the law and the rule establish the right of members of the public to court records, and, as such, individuals can inspect or obtain copies of files or documents related to most legal cases in Blaine County.

However, while most court records are public, some are exempt from public disclosure for privacy and legal reasons. As outlined in Idaho Code § 74-104 and ICAR 32(g), exempt court records include:

• Juvenile records
• Mental health commitments
• Adoption and parental termination records
• Child custody, support, and paternity case records
• Sealed or expunged court records
• Attorney-client privileged communications or work product
• Documents and records to which access is otherwise restricted by state or federal law (ICAR 32(g))
• Law enforcement and investigatory records whose release will deprive a person of a fair trial, disclose the identity of a confidential source, etc.

Blaine County Court Records Search

Individuals seeking court records in Blaine County have the following options:

• Online search via Idaho's iCourt Portal
• In-person requests to the Blaine County Clerk of the District Court
• Mail or email requests to the Blaine County Clerk of the District Court
• Fax or phone requests to the Blaine County Clerk of the District Court
• Third-party public records websites.

Blaine County Courts

The Blaine County court system comprises the Blaine County District and Magistrate Courts. The district court is a trial court of general jurisdiction. On the other hand, the magistrate court has limited jurisdiction (hearing cases such as misdemeanors, civil cases not exceeding $10,000, small claims, traffic infractions, probate matters, etc.).

Below are the addresses and contact information of Blaine County courts:

Blaine County District Court
Blaine County Judicial Building
201 South 2nd Avenue
Suite 106
Hailey, ID 83333
Phone: (208) 788-5521
Fax: (208) 788-5527

Blaine County Magistrate Court
Blaine County Judicial Building
201 South 2nd Avenue
Suite 106
Hailey, ID 83333
Phone: (208) 788-5521
Fax: (208) 788-5527

Blaine County Criminal and Civil Records

Blaine County criminal and civil court records document legal actions and activities related to criminal court cases (e.g., felonies and misdemeanors) and civil disputes (e.g., contract disputes, personal injury lawsuits, small claims, property disputes, landlord-tenant disputes, and family law matters like divorce and child custody).

The Blaine County clerk of the district court is responsible for generating, maintaining, and providing public access to these records. Interested individuals can request copies of these records from the Blaine County Clerk of the District Court through emails to blainerecords@blaine.idcourts.gov. Additionally, they can visit the clerk's office in person, Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for these records, send written requests by mail, or contact the office via phone or fax. Copies of court records cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies cost an additional $1.00 per document.

Clerk of the District Court
Stephen McDougall Graham
206 South 1st Avenue
Suite 200
Hailey, Idaho 83333
Phone: (208) 788-5505
Fax: (208) 788-5501

Alternatively, individuals seeking Blaine County criminal and civil court records can use Idaho's "iCourt Portal" to search for and look up these records online. To continue to the main search dashboard, set the location to "Blaine County" and the service to "Records Search".

Blaine County Marriage Records

Generally, marriage records in Idaho are confidential for the first 50 years. During this period, they are not subject to public disclosure and can be obtained only by the individuals named on the record, their close family members, or legal representatives. However, after 50 years, they become public and accessible to anyone.

The Blaine County Clerk-Auditor-Recorder is the custodian of Blaine County marriage records, and, as such, individuals eligible to request certified copies of these records can do so in person, by mail, or by email.

Blaine County Clerk-Auditor-Recorder
206 South 1st Avenue
Suite 200
Hailey, ID 83333
Phone: (208) 788-5505
Fax: (208) 788-5501
Email: CountyClerk@co.blaine.id.us.

Additionally, individuals can search marriage records from Jan 2, 1985, to date online through the county recorder's "Marriage Record Search" portal. Alternatively, they can request marriage certificates from the Idaho Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics for $16 per certified copy.

Blaine County Divorce Records

To request copies of divorce records in Blaine County, eligible individuals, such as those named on the record, their immediate family members, or legal representatives, must submit a written request in person, by mail, by fax, or by email to the Blaine County Clerk of the District Court. Fees are $1.00 per page for copies, with an additional $1.00 per document for certified copies.

Clerk of the District Court
Stephen McDougall Graham
206 South 1st Avenue
Suite 200
Hailey, Idaho 83333
Phone: (208) 788-5505
Fax: (208) 788-5501
Email: blainerecords@blaine.idcourts.gov.

Alternatively, a Blaine County divorce certificate may be requested for $16 from the Idaho Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics by submitting a completed "certificate request form" by mail to:

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

Blaine County Birth Records

Blaine County birth records are not publicly available until after 100 years. Individuals eligible to obtain certified copies of birth records in Idaho include the person named on the certificate, immediate family members, their legal representatives, or anyone who can provide documentation showing it is needed for their property right.

A Blaine County birth certificate could be needed for many purposes, including proving U.S. citizenship, establishing identity and age, enrolling in school, and applying for a passport or driver's license.

To request a Blaine County birth record, eligible individuals can submit a completed "certificate request form" along with a photocopy of their current driver's license or any of the other acceptable identifications and the fee of $16 in check or money order by mail to:

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

Blaine County Death Records

The Idaho Bureau of Vital Records is the custodian of Blaine County death records. A death record is restricted from public access until 50 years after the record subject's passing. To this effect, death certificates are only available to immediate family members, their legal representatives, or those who can provide documentation showing it is needed for their property right.

People obtain death certificates for purposes like settling estates, claiming life insurance, and processing survivor benefits. Eligible individuals can request certified copies of Blaine County death certificates from the Idaho Bureau of Vital Records by submitting a completed "death certificate request form" by mail to:

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

The mail must also include a photocopy of their current driver's license (see other acceptable identifications). The fee per certificate is $16 (payable in check or money order) to Idaho Vital Records.

Blaine County Probate Court Records

Probate court records in Blaine County are official records related to wills, estates, guardianship, and conservatorship matters. Individuals can view or obtain copies of these records in the county by submitting requests to the clerk's office, which may be done in person, by mail, by phone, or by email to blainerecords@blaine.idcourts.gov. Copy fees apply.

Blaine County Clerk of the District Court
206 South 1st Avenue, Suite 200
Hailey, ID 83333
Phone: (208) 788-5505
Fax: (208) 788-5501

Alternatively, individuals may search these records online via the iCourt Portal.

Blaine County Property Records

Blaine County property records contain information about land and real or personal property in the county. These records typically contain different types of property-related documents, such as deeds, mortgages, tax, liens, plats, surveys, and easements.

The Blaine County Clerk-Auditor-Recorder is the official custodian of these records. However, the Blaine County Assessor is also responsible for certain property records, including ownership, assessment, characteristics, and descriptions of parcels and buildings.

To request Blaine County property records, interested individuals should submit a completed "Public Records Request Form" in person, by mail, or by email to the County Clerk-Auditor-Recorder's Office at:

206 South 1st Avenue
Suite 200
Hailey, ID 83333
Phone: (208) 788-5505
Fax: (208) 788-5501
Email: CountyClerk@co.blaine.id.us.

They can also request copies or search property documents online through the county's "Official Records" portal. Copy fees include $1.00 for each first page, $1.00 for each additional page of the same document, and $1.00 per document for certification.

Alternatively, they can submit a completed "request form" in person, by mail, or by email (assessorfoia@co.blaine.id.us) to the Blaine County Assessor. The Blaine County GIS parcel information search tool is also available for property parcel and GIS information lookups.

Blaine County Court Records Online

Third-party online resources, such as Idahocourtrecords.us, can be used as alternatives to official sources to access Blaine County court records. These resources are convenient for individuals who prefer remote access to records. They often have user-friendly search interfaces that allow users to look up court records by party names, case types, or filing dates. However, these sites are not affiliated with any courthouse or official agency. As a result, they may provide incomplete or outdated information.