| Clerk of the District Court | Canyon County Clerk — Court Records |
|---|---|
| Clerk address | 111 N. 11th Ave, Caldwell, ID 83605 (Court Clerk, Room 201) |
| Phone | (208) 454-7337 |
| Hours | Weekdays 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Court Clerk (Room 201) 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. |
| Earliest records noted | Varies by court — older files may be on paper or microfilm |
| Plain copy fee | $1.00 per page |
| Certified copy fee | $1.00 per page, plus $1.00 per document for the clerk's certificate and seal |
Canyon County, west of Boise and anchored by Caldwell and Nampa, is Idaho's second-most populous county. The Canyon County Clerk, acting ex officio as Clerk of the District Court, keeps the record for both the district court and the magistrate division — there is no separate district-clerk and county-clerk split here, as in some other states.
The clerk's court division is in the county courthouse in Caldwell. The office publishes its own court-records request form with a published fee schedule, which makes mail requests straightforward once you know the case number or party names.
As in the rest of Idaho, the free statewide iCourt Portal covers Canyon County case information, but it does not replace the clerk's office for certified copies or documents that were never filed electronically.
Search Canyon County court records online
Clerk of the District Court
Canyon County Clerk — Court Records
- Cost
- Free case search through iCourt; $5 per records request plus $1 per page for copies and $1 per page for certification
- Coverage
- District court and magistrate division cases filed in Canyon County
- Records
- Civil, Criminal, Family, Probate, Traffic
The clerk's office publishes a separate court-records-request PDF form with the current fee schedule.
Other courts
Canyon County Public Records Request
- Cost
- Free to submit; per-page copy fee applies
- Coverage
- General public-records-request page linking to the court-records request form
- Records
- Civil, Criminal, Family, Probate
Use the specific court-records request form for case files rather than the general county records request.
What is available online
The iCourt Portal covers Canyon County district and magistrate case information statewide. The clerk's office also links to mycourts.idaho.gov for paying court fines and fees online. Document images and certified copies require a request submitted directly to the clerk's office using the published court-records request form.
Which clerk has your record
In Idaho, the clerk who keeps a file depends on which court heard the case. Check the court name on the case notice, citation, or order, then use the office and coverage details above to identify the record holder. Court names and responsibilities differ by state; a county clerk may not keep court case files. For federal cases, see the PACER guide. The full court structure is on the Idaho page.
| Court | Typical cases | Records kept by |
|---|---|---|
| District Courts (7 judicial districts) | Felony criminal cases; Civil suits over $10,000; Divorce, custody, and other family cases | Clerk of the District Court (the county clerk, acting ex officio) |
| Magistrate Division | Misdemeanor criminal cases; Small claims and civil cases up to $10,000; Probate, guardianship, and estate matters | Clerk of the District Court (the same county office keeps magistrate records) |
Request records in person or by mail
Canyon County clerk offices
111 N. 11th Ave, Caldwell, ID 83605 (Court Clerk, Room 201)
Phone: (208) 454-7337
Hours: Weekdays 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Court Clerk (Room 201) 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
By mail or in person. Complete the Canyon County Court Records request form, available as a PDF from the clerk's website, and submit it in person at 111 N. 11th Ave, Caldwell, or by mail. Include the case number or party names, the documents needed, and whether you need certified copies.
Fees. The clerk's published schedule lists a $5 request fee, $1 per page for copies, $1 per page for certification, and an added $3 charge for credit or debit card payments. Confirm current amounts before sending payment, since fee schedules can change.
Records not online. Older paper files may require additional time to retrieve from storage; the clerk's office can advise on turnaround when you submit the request.
Fees
| Item | Typical cost in Idaho |
|---|---|
| Plain copy | $1.00 per page |
| Certified copy | $1.00 per page, plus $1.00 per document for the clerk's certificate and seal |
Idaho Code § 31-3201 sets the clerk of the district court's fee for making a copy of any file or record at $1.00 per page (and $0.50 per page for comparing and conforming a copy you prepare yourself). The statute lists a separate certificate-and-seal charge for certifying a copy without printing a fixed amount in the online text; the court records request forms published by Bonneville, Bingham, and Madison counties all state that charge as $1.00 per document. Some counties add a flat request or card-processing fee (Canyon County charges $5 per request), so confirm the total with the clerk before sending payment.
Need a copy an agency will accept? See how to get certified copies of court records.
Sealed and restricted records
Idaho court records are presumed open under Idaho Court Administrative Rule 32 (I.C.A.R. 32), which governs public access to judicial records statewide. Several categories are not available to the public:
The Idaho guide lists every category of sealed and restricted record, and our guide to expunging or sealing a criminal record explains how to remove one from public view.
Frequently asked questions
How do I request Canyon County court records?
Complete the Canyon County Court Records request form from the clerk's website and submit it in person at the courthouse in Caldwell or by mail. There is a request fee plus per-page copy and certification charges.
Is there a fee to search Canyon County court cases online?
No. The statewide iCourt Portal is free to search and covers Canyon County. Fees apply only when you request copies or certified copies from the clerk's office directly.
Which office keeps Canyon County probate and family-court records?
The Canyon County Clerk, serving ex officio as Clerk of the District Court, keeps both district-court and magistrate-division records, including probate and most family-law matters.
Can I pay Canyon County traffic tickets and court fees online?
Yes, through mycourts.idaho.gov, the same statewide iCourt Portal used for case searches. The county clerk's website links directly to that payment option.
Sources
- Canyon County Clerk — https://www.canyoncounty.id.gov/elected-officials/clerk/
- Canyon County Public Records Request — https://www.canyoncounty.id.gov/public-records-request/
- iCourt Portal — https://mycourts.idaho.gov/
- Idaho Courts — About the Courts — https://isc.idaho.gov/about-the-courts
- Idaho Courts — Cases & Opinions — https://isc.idaho.gov/cases-opinions
- Idaho State Police — Criminal History (BCI) — https://isp.idaho.gov/bci/criminal-history/
- Idaho Court Administrative Rule 32 — Records of the Judicial Department — https://isc.idaho.gov/rules-procedure/icar#rule-32
- Idaho Code § 31-3201 — Clerk of District Court, Fees — https://legislature.idaho.gov/statutesrules/idstat/title31/t31ch32/sect31-3201/
- Bonneville County Clerk, Auditor, and Recorder — copy and certification fees — https://www.bonnevillecountyidaho.gov/administration/clerk-auditor-and-recorder
- Bingham County Court Record Request Form (PDF) — copy and certification fees — https://www.binghamid.gov/media/Departments/DistrictCourt/Fillable%20Courts%20Updated%20Record%20Request%20form-2025.pdf
- Idaho Code § 31-3201A — Court Fees — https://legislature.idaho.gov/statutesrules/idstat/title31/t31ch32/sect31-3201a/
- Idaho Code § 67-3004 — Expungement of Non-Conviction Records — https://legislature.idaho.gov/statutesrules/idstat/title67/t67ch30/sect67-3004/
- Idaho Code § 20-525A — Sealing of Juvenile Records — https://legislature.idaho.gov/statutesrules/idstat/title20/t20ch5/sect20-525a/
- United States District Court for the District of Idaho — https://www.id.uscourts.gov/clerks/Welcome.cfm
See also: all Idaho counties.