Jefferson County Arrest Records

Law enforcement authorities in Jefferson County can take people into custody after receiving arrest warrants from local courts or when they have probable cause for an arrest. Once an arrest is made, the arresting agency takes the suspect into custody and creates paperwork about the incident, which includes an arrest record.

Private individuals and criminal justice agencies examine arrest records to find information about an alleged offense or a suspect, including the detention facility where the suspect is being held and any applicable bail information. Arrest records also prove that a particular person was once arrested, which can be helpful for background searches.

Interested parties can contact arresting agencies to obtain arrest data. Additionally, they can search the Jefferson County court records for upcoming court appearance dates (if applicable), amended charges, and other court case information.

Are Arrest Records Public in Jefferson County?

Yes. The Idaho Public Records Act asserts the public's right to seek and obtain arrest records maintained by Jefferson County law enforcement agencies. However, these agencies can deny requests for confidential or protected records, such as:

• Juvenile arrest information
• Personal identifying information about protected victims and witnesses
• Confidential informant records
• Data associated with active police investigations
• Arrestee's fingerprints and DNA
• Arrestee's medical records, financial information (like bank accounts and credit cards), and identification numbers

While confidential records cannot be released to the public, intending requesters can seek court orders to obtain information they believe should be accessible in special circumstances.

What Do Public Arrest Records Contain?

Members of the public can obtain the following Jefferson County arrest records:

• Arrestee's personal information: Age or date of birth, physical description (height, hair and eye color, weight, etc.), photograph, sex, and race
• Offense Data: All crimes for which an individual was arrested, as well as their descriptions, degrees, and statutes
• Detention Details: Where a suspect is being held, how long they have been in custody, and whether they have been released
• Arresting agency: The agency that made the arrest. This section can also include the name or badge number of the arresting officer
• Bail and bond information: Dollar amount or prearranged condition to release an arrested person before trial or judgment

Jefferson County Arrest Statistics

According to the Agency 2023 Crime Report released for Jefferson County by the Idaho State Police, law enforcement agencies in Jefferson County made 261 arrests in 2023. Group A adult arrests (for offenses like drug violations, larceny/theft, and assault) totaled 98. Meanwhile, Group B adult arrests (for crimes like disorderly conduct and driving under the influence) totaled 106.

Find Jefferson County Arrest Records

When looking for arrest records in Jefferson County, one has to determine where an individual was arrested, which agency executed the arrest, and how far an individual's case has progressed in the criminal justice system.

If a person is arrested within city limits, requesters can approach the specific city's police department. In Jefferson County, citywide arrests are performed by the Rigby Police Department. Members of the public can fill out the agency's public records request form or reach the agency at its designated inquiry line for arrest details.

However, Jefferson County arrestees are typically detained at the Jefferson County Jail, whether they were arrested by city police or the Sheriff's Office deputies. The jail holds pretrial and sentenced inmates, and it is managed by the Sheriff's Office. Therefore, one can contact the Sheriff for recent arrest information or details about those serving jail terms.

Sheriff's Office
200 Courthouse Way
Rigby, ID 83442
Phone: (208) 745-9210

Note: Some persons arrested in Jefferson County and convicted for serious offenses will likely serve their sentences under the custody of the Idaho Department of Correction (IDOC). The department offers an online Resident/Client Search system where members of the public can retrieve inmate information. The portal only provides records related to a state inmate's incarceration. That is to say, inquirers will not find any arrest information.

Besides requesting arrest information from local authorities, individuals can access the Idaho State Police's criminal background check services for comprehensive Idaho arrest data. The service is available to criminal justice agencies and entities that require background checks for investigations or employment purposes. However, Idaho Code § 67-3008 allows only the subject of a record to submit these criminal history requests.

Information about people arrested by federal agencies is sourced differently, as state and local agencies do not maintain such records. Options include using the Federal Inmate Locator operated by the Bureau of Prisons to find federal offenders and the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Online Detainee Locator System (ODLS) to find immigration offenders.

Free Arrest Record Search in Jefferson County

When requesting arrest information through public bodies in Jefferson County, a person may not be liable for a fee if their request falls under the Idaho Public Records Act and they simply wish to read a record. However, requesters are often charged for reproducing arrest documents.

Additionally, anyone can use third-party public records websites to find Jefferson County arrest records for free. These sites are operated by independent vendors who obtain public records from law enforcement and other public bodies. Using a third-party site allows visitors to view records from multiple agencies without switching between public websites. However, there may be charges for comprehensive results.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

Indefinitely. Arrest information remains attached to a person's criminal history unless the individual expunges or seals their records. However, only eligible persons can restrict public access to their arrest data in Jefferson County.

Expunge Jefferson County Arrest Records

Former suspects who wish to block public access to their arrest records in Jefferson County can apply for expungement or sealing in a court of jurisdiction. The expungement process deletes an individual’s fingerprints and criminal history information, and related court records will be sealed (Idaho Code § 67-3004 (10)). The following conditions make one eligible for expungement:

• Charges or indictments were not filed one year after the arrest or summons
• Charges were filed, and a not-guilty verdict was reached

Conversely, the sealing process culminates in the concealment of the arrest records. The records will still be available to law enforcement agencies for criminal justice purposes and other entities authorized by statute. People who can seal their arrest records include those convicted of minor misdemeanors and certain felonies listed in Section 67-3004 (11).

Jefferson County Arrest Warrants

Jefferson County arrest warrants are court orders authorizing law enforcement authorities to take accused persons into custody. These writs are issued by judges and magistrates once police officers' accusations/complaints are reviewed for probable cause and validated by the court. Judges can also issue arrest warrants when individuals disobey court orders, such as summonses and child support payments.

A Jefferson County arrest warrant contains the following details:

• Name or description of the person accused
• The offense stated in the complaint
• Issuing court and date
• Signature of the issuing authority
• Conditions for release

To confirm the existence of a Jefferson County arrest warrant, individuals can visit the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office or search the Idaho iCourt system.

Do Jefferson County Arrest Warrants Expire?

No. Arrest warrants issued in Jefferson County remain outstanding until law enforcement authorities take the accused person(s) into custody and present them before a court. However, a court can withdraw a warrant upon finding proof of a person's innocence, and subjects of arrest warrants can turn themselves in to resolve their legal issues.