Ada County public records cover court files, property documents, arrests, and vital records. This page lists where to request each record type, what fees apply, and which office holds the file. Use the links and phone numbers below to get direct access.
What Records Does Ada County Keep?
Ada County stores official documents from courts, land offices, the clerk, and law enforcement. Each department manages its own files.
| Record Type | Department | Years Available |
|---|---|---|
| Property deeds | Clerk’s Office | 1975 onward |
| Marriage licenses | Clerk’s Office | 1990 – 2020 |
| Board meeting minutes | Clerk’s Office | 2005 onward |
| Police incident reports | Prosecutor’s Office | Recent years |
| Court dockets | Judicial Court | 2015 – 2022 |
| Birth and death certificates | Vital Records Index | 2021 (12,340 filed) |
How to Request Ada County Public Records
Idaho Code § 55-8001 through § 55-8011 gives residents, journalists, and researchers the right to view or copy county documents. Each office has its own form and process. Below are the main request channels.
Public Records Request – Ada County Clerk
The Clerk’s Office handles deeds, marriage records, and board minutes. Requests must include the record type, date range, and filing numbers when available. Standard copies take about ten business days. A fee schedule covers photocopies and digital scans.
Large data sets may qualify for bulk download through the secure county portal after identity verification.
https://adacounty.id.gov/clerk/public-records-request/
Public Records Request – General County Departments
For departments outside the Clerk’s Office, use the General Request Form on the county website. Name the exact document titles, docket numbers, or case identifiers.
The Prosecutor’s Office assists with requests at:
- Address: 250 W Main St, Boise, ID 83702
- Phone: (208) 287-7700
- Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Common releases include:
- Property tax assessment rolls (2018 – 2022)
- Boise Police incident reports (January – March 2023)
- 2022 primary voter registration lists
https://adacounty.id.gov/About-Ada-County/Public-Records-Request/
Public Records Requests – Judicial Court Ada County
The Judicial Court requires written requests using its official form. Oral requests are not accepted. Each submission needs your full name, mailing address, description of the material, and delivery preference.
Deliver or mail the form to:
- Ada County Courthouse
- 200 W Front St, Boise, ID 83702
The court processes typical copies within 15 business days at $0.10 per printed page plus indexing labor.
https://adacounty.id.gov/judicial-court/public-records-requests/
Search Ada County Public Records Online
Several portals let you search records without visiting an office. Each portal covers specific document types.
Ada County Clerk Search Tool
The Clerk’s online tool shows real-time property records, recorded liens, and probate filings. Enter a street address, APN, or owner name to view the current deed, tax liens, and timeline of recorded actions.
Visitors must pass a security checkpoint with valid photo ID. Public parking at the courthouse is free for the first hour, then $1 per hour.
https://adacounty.id.gov/clerk/search/
Ada County Idaho Public Records Portal
This portal aggregates criminal records, death certificates, and court dockets in one search. Criminal records (2019 – 2022) include arrest dates, charge codes, and outcomes. Death certificates show the decedent’s name, date of death, and cause of death.
Users can request courthouse document packages that bundle motions, judgments, and appellate briefs for a specific case. Data comes from the Idaho State Police database and Ada County Health Department.
https://ada-county-idaho-public-records.recordsfinderhj.com/
Ada County Public Records Index
This portal indexes the Court Dockets Archive with over 150,000 entries (2015 – 2022) and the Vital Records Index with 12,340 birth and death certificates from 2021. Filters let you sort by document type, filing date, and record holder name.
Results export in CSV or PDF format. A GIS layer maps property parcels to assessment numbers for precise location queries.
https://ada-county-public-records.recordsfinderhj.com/
Land and Property Records
The Ada County Assessor’s Office holds all land-ownership documents, parcel maps, and tax-assessment data since 1970. Search by owner name, legal description, or APN.
What the Assessor Provides
- Deeds and mortgage releases
- Exemption certificates
- GIS Parcel Viewer with zoning, flood-plain, and 2023 aerial imagery
- Custom reports for boundary research
Phone the Assessor at (208) 287-7200. Complex queries about historical ownership or boundary disputes qualify for one-hour consultation appointments with staff analysts.
https://adacounty.id.gov/Assessor/Land-Records/
Business Entity and UCC Records
NETROnline lists Ada County resources for business filings. The State Business Entity Search returns registration details for corporations, LLCs, and partnerships formed since 2000. The Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) search shows financing statements and secured creditor information.
Key phone numbers:
- Ada Assessor: (208) 287-7200
- Ada Treasurer: (208) 287-6800
- Ada Auditor/Recorder: (208) 287-6840
The historic aerial archive contains orthophoto images from 1975 to 2020, captured every five years for land-use analysis.
https://publicrecords.netronline.com/state/ID/county/ada
Arrest and Criminal Records
Idaho’s Public Records Act of 1990 requires Ada County to make arrest logs, criminal case files, and court opinions available unless exempt.
Arrest Logs
Records from January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022 appear in the online Arrest Log Viewer. Each entry shows the arresting officer’s badge number, charges, and booking timestamp.
Court Opinions
Ada County District Court posts opinions in PDF format. Example: “People v. Smith” (2023). Download them at no cost from the court’s website.
Sealed and Juvenile Records
These require written justification and a signed judicial order before release.
https://idaho.staterecords.org/ada
Birth, Death, and Marriage Records
Ada County holds vital records at the Office of Records, 250 W Main St, Boise.
| Record Type | Coverage | Details Included |
|---|---|---|
| Birth certificates | 2000 – 2020 | Hospital, physician, registration number |
| Death certificates | 2021 (partial) | Full name, date, cause of death |
| Marriage licenses | 1990 – 2020 | Spouse names, officiant details |
The office operates Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. In-person viewing rooms have redacted-document workstations to protect sensitive data.
https://www.countyoffice.org/ada-county-id-public-records/
Fees and Processing Times
| Request Type | Processing Time | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Clerk standard copy | 10 business days | Per page (see fee schedule) |
| Court record copy | 15 business days | $0.10 per page + indexing labor |
| Digital scans | Varies | Per file (see fee schedule) |
| Bulk download | After verification | Varies by data set |
Exemptions and Restrictions
Idaho law exempts certain records from public release:
- Personal privacy files
- Active investigation records
- Trade secrets
- Juvenile records (court order required)
- Sealed records (court order required)
If your request is denied, the office must cite the specific legal exemption.
Contact Information
| Office | Address | Phone | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Clerk | 200 W Front St, Boise, ID 83702 | (208) 287-6840 | Mon – Fri, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Prosecutor’s Office | 250 W Main St, Boise, ID 83702 | (208) 287-7700 | Mon – Fri, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Assessor’s Office | 250 W Main St, Boise, ID 83702 | (208) 287-7200 | Mon – Fri, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Treasurer’s Office | 250 W Main St, Boise, ID 83702 | (208) 287-6800 | Mon – Fri, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I request Ada County public records?
Submit a written request to the relevant department. Use the Clerk’s form for deeds and marriage records. Use the General Request Form for other departments. Include exact document titles, date ranges, and case numbers when possible. Mail or deliver forms to the office address listed above. The county must respond within the time frame set by Idaho Code § 55-8001 through § 55-8011.
Which records are exempt from release?
Personal privacy files, active investigation records, trade secrets, juvenile records, and sealed records require a court order. The citing office must specify the legal exemption when denying a request.
How long does it take to receive records?
Standard Clerk copies take ten business days. Court records take 15 business days. Digital scans and bulk downloads vary based on complexity and verification requirements.
What fees apply to record requests?
The Clerk charges per photocopy or digital scan based on a published fee schedule. The court charges $0.10 per printed page plus indexing labor. Bulk download fees depend on the data set size.
Can I search records online?
Yes. The Clerk’s search tool shows property records and liens. The Ada County Idaho Public Records portal aggregates criminal records, death certificates, and court dockets. NETROnline provides business entity and UCC searches.
How do I get historical property records?
Contact the Assessor’s Office for deeds and parcel maps dating to 1970. The historic aerial archive on NETROnline has orthophoto images from 1975 to 2020. For complex ownership chains, schedule a one-hour consultation appointment.
Are arrest records public in Ada County?
Yes. Arrest logs from 2022 are available online through the Arrest Log Viewer. Court opinions appear as PDFs on the court website. Sealed or juvenile records require a judicial order for release.
Official Links and Resources
- Ada County Clerk: https://adacounty.id.gov/clerk/public-records-request/
- General Request Form: https://adacounty.id.gov/About-Ada-County/Public-Records-Request/
- Judicial Court Requests: https://adacounty.id.gov/judicial-court/public-records-requests/
- Assessor Land Records: https://adacounty.id.gov/Assessor/Land-Records/
- Clerk Search Tool: https://adacounty.id.gov/clerk/search/
- Idaho State Records: https://idaho.staterecords.org/ada
- NETROnline: https://publicrecords.netronline.com/state/ID/county/ada