Madison County Court Records

In Madison County, court records are the official documentation of court activities. Such records are vital in legal issues for many reasons, such as providing an accurate record of court case proceedings and ensuring the courts follow standard fair practices.

Madison court records typically contain case party names and document identifiers like case numbers, filing dates, and docket numbers. The records also include additional data based on the case type. For example, probate court records may include death certificates and the deceased’s financial data.

Are Court Records Public in Madison County?

Under the Idaho Public Records Act, court records are publicly accessible unless they contain legally exempt information. Idaho state laws allow public members to view and obtain copies of court documents from specific government agencies. The agencies are legally required to release the records, provided the requester fulfills the requirements for getting the records.

However, certain court records are not open to the public. The exempt information may contain information that, if disclosed, may violate an individual’s right to privacy or security. With that being said, the following court documents may be exempt in Madison County:

• Court case proceedings regarding judicial authorization of abortion for minors.
• Madison County arrest records that may interfere with a person’s right to a fair trial or adjudication.

Madison County Court Records Search

Interested parties may conduct searches for court records through resources and request options provided by government agencies. These agencies may offer access to court records through online search sites, mail, or in-person requests. For instance, the Idaho iCourt platform offers an online search portal for court cases in Madison County.

The county courts, however, allow in-person access to case records under their jurisdiction. To access Madison County court records, inquirers must generally provide information about the requested document. The search information may include the case party’s name, document number, and dates.

Madison County Courts

Madison County is home to a district and a magistrate court. The courts have sole and shared jurisdiction over court cases tried within the county. Citizens may find the county courts at the locations below:

Madison County District Court
159 East Main Street
P.O. Box 389
Rexburg, ID 83442
Phone: (208) 359-6218
Fax: (208) 356-8396

Madison County Magistrate Court
159 East Main Street
P.O. Box 389
Rexburg, ID 83442
Phone: (208) 359-6218
Fax: (208) 356-8396

Madison County Criminal and Civil Records

The Madison County district and magistrate courts share jurisdiction over civil and criminal court proceedings. Thus, inquirers may find these records by first determining the court that handled the court case. Next, inquirers must submit a request in person at the court’s physical location. In contrast, the Idaho iCourt platform offers online access to Madison County court records. To get court records on the platform, users must provide the case party’s name or case number.

Madison County Marriage Records

Idaho’s Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics oversees the recording of marriage events in Madison County. The agency keeps marriage records and issues them to the record subject, immediate family members, and their legal representatives. Eligible parties may order Madison County marriage certificates by sending a mail request to the agency at:

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

The request must include the following:

• A completed Madison County marriage record application form in English or Spanish.
• A copy of an ID that shows the expiration date and signature
• A signed money order or check that is made payable to the Idaho Vital Records. It costs $16 to get a Madison County marriage certificate.

In contrast, the Madison County clerk’s office only issues copies of marriage licenses to the party seeking to change their maiden name.

Madison County Divorce Records

Madison County divorce certificates are accessible through the state’s Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics. The agency issues the certificates to legally eligible parties like the record subject, immediate family relations, and their legal representatives. Eligible parties may obtain the document by following these instructions:

1. Complete and print out a completed divorce certificate application form in English or Spanish.
2. Include a copy of a valid photo ID that contains the inquirer’s signature.
3. Enclose a $16 signed check or money order that is payable to Idaho Vital Records.
4. Mail the documents and payment to:

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

Madison Birth Records

The Idaho Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics is the official custodian of birth certificates issued in Madison County. Per the agency’s guidelines, only the record subject, immediate family relations, and legal representatives may obtain the records.

To order Madison County birth certificates, eligible parties must send a mail request to the agency at:

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

The request must include:

• A completed application for birth certificate in English or Spanish.
• A copy of a valid ID that contains the inquirer’s signature is required.
• A $16 signed check or money order made payable to Idaho Vital Records.

Note: Birth certificates in Madison County help to verify an individual’s identity and relations to other parties. The documents are also part of necessary requirements for obtaining legal documents like international passports.

Madison Death Records

Madison County death records are under the purview of the state’s Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics. The agency issues the records to the deceased’s immediate family relations. In contrast, attorneys or legal guardians may need to provide proof of relationship before they may access the record.

To order a Madison County death certificate, eligible parties must send a mail request to:

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

The request must contain:

• A completed death record application form in English or Spanish.
• A copy of a valid ID that contains the requestor's signature.
• A signed $16 money order or check made payable to Idaho Vital Records.

Note: Madison County death certificates are important for various legal reasons, including claiming a deceased spouse’s life insurance or pension.

Madison County Probate Court Records

The magistrate court in Madison County hears probate court cases, such as the administration of wills, trusts, and estates. To obtain probate court records, interested parties must make an in-person inquiry at the court’s physical address. Note that the court only attends to in-person inquiries during their open hours.

159 East Main Street
P.O. Box 389
Rexburg, ID 83442
Phone: (208) 359-6218
Fax: (208) 356-8396

The Idaho iCourt portal provides an alternative option for accessing Madison County probate court records. To view records on the portal, users must provide relevant search details like the case party’s name or case number.

Madison County Property Records

In Madison County, the property assessor’s office maintains property assessment records, including property market value, address, lot, parcel ID, and owner’s name. To access Madison County property records, inquirers may use the agency’s online search portals or inquire in person at:

134 East Main
Rexburg, ID 83440
Phone: (208) 359-6200

Madison County Court Records Online

Madison court records are accessible online through the Idaho iCourt platform. In contrast, third-party resources like idahocourtrecords.us may also contain court documents. Third-party search sites are generally easy to navigate and do not restrict users from outside the state or country. The sites may allow users to download court documents directly to their devices. Nevertheless, third-party sites operate outside government jurisdiction and, as such, may contain unvetted court data.