Access Free Canyon County Public Records: Marriage, Divorce, Arrests, Criminal, Court & More

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Access Canyon County Records: marriage, divorce, warrants, arrests, probation, criminal, court, background checks, and all public records.

Anyone can access free Canyon County public records through official channels and gather more information on another individual.

And through these searches, citizens can learn more about someone’s past or current situation by looking through records pertaining to criminal history (arrests, mugshots, probations, warrants, background check reports and prisoner details), marital records, court documents (civil, family, criminal, etc.) and property taxes and ownership.

No matter what’s being searched for or the reason, this guide provides everything necessary to find public information in Canyon County, Idaho, quickly and efficiently.

How To Figure Out If Someone Was Arrested or Is in a Canyon County Idaho Jail

The Idaho Public Records Law makes many government documents, audio files, and written reports publicly accessible–unless sealed by law–to ensure transparency.1

Since this law includes public access to arrest records, there are several publicly available options to find out if someone is in jail (depending on where the person is being held and the arresting agency).

When determining if someone was arrested, searchers knowing the arrestee’s full name and approximately the date and location of the arrest can help streamline the search.

Search Arrest Records via the Canyon County Sheriff’s Office

In Canyon County, arrest records can be requested either online by completing and submitting a record request form to the Canyon County Sheriff’s Records Section or in person by visiting the Canyon County Sheriff’s Office at the address listed below:

Canyon County Sheriff’s Office
1115 Albany St., Room 137
Caldwell, ID 83605

Phone: (208)-454 -7510
Fax: (208)-454 -7476
Email: [email protected]
Hours: M-F 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Daily arrest records that are requested via the electronic form can usually be emailed, mailed, faxed, or picked up in person but some records are only available in certain formats. The Records Section only accepts cash unless the requester pays in advance–in which case a personal check, cashier check, or money order will also be accepted.

Detailed record expenses charged by the Canyon County Sheriff’s Office can be found by clicking “Civil Process Fees” on the Civil & Records page.

Requesters can expect a response or their desired Canyon County public records within 3 business days.

The sheriff’s office also offers the following online arrest logs for members of the public to review Canyon County bookings:

  • The Canyon County jail roster lists all inmates currently incarcerated within the Canyon County Jail or Canyon County Work Release Center (including juveniles with adult charges, inmates held on civil contempt, and individuals participating in programs such as work release, pretrial release, or community supervision).
    • This tool is searchable by typing the subject’s name or clicking on the first letter of their last name.
  • Canyon County Jail current arrests exhibit a free arrest history on all inmates currently or formerly held in the jail that were charged with criminal offenses (excluding juveniles and those on sheriff’s inmate labor detail)
A screenshot of the Canyon County current arrest list showing the offender's details with their full names, ID no., and offense details along with their mugshots and link attached to their names for more info.
Source: Canyon County Sheriff’s Office2

Both resources listed above can serve to help find someone’s mugshot or confirm whether or not a particular individual is in the county jail. These arrest reports will list the subject’s name, I.D. number, arrest date, and charges.

Track Down Arrest Reports Through Municipal Police Departments in Canyon County

While most arrest inquires should be made with the County Sheriff’s office, arrest details, also known as police reports, can be obtained from the police department who made the arrest; this can be helpful in legal matters, insurance claims, journalism, complaints or pure curiosity.

For example, after filling out a Nampa Record Request Form and submitting it to the Records Division of the Nampa Police Department, the requester will be provided with the desired arrest record if it occurred in the city of Nampa. Those requesting these records will benefit from knowing the report number, involved parties, and the date and location of the incident.

Requests can be submitted to the Nampa PD online, by mail, by fax, or in person but the requester might be charged a nominal fee (depending on the type of record and the number of copies needed).

Nampa Police Department Records Division
820 2nd Street South
Nampa, Idaho 83651

Phone208.465.2257
Fax: 208.465.2405
Hours: M-F 8 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

A table from Nampa Police Department showing report request rates: "Accident Reports"-$0, "Incident Reports"-$0, "Background Check"-$5.25, "Fingerprints"-$10, "Bicycle Registration"-$0, and "Disc"-$1.
Source: Nampa Police Department3

To find and request arrest records from police departments in other cities of Canyon County, type “[city name] police department contact information” into any search engine and review the search results for the official website and contact details.

If instructions for requesting public records cannot be found online, it’s advised to call the relevant police department and inquire about their policy.

Individuals looking for records of arrests that were made in surrounding counties can learn how to obtain them through our no cost public information search in Idaho; this resource also offers streamlined instruction for retrieving other state public records (i.e. background checks, warrants, vital records, and more).

How To Determine if Someone Is Married or Divorced in Canyon County Idaho

In Canyon County, marriage records and divorce certificates are accessible through many avenues at both the local and state levels.

However, Idaho law makes these documents confidential for 50 years after the event.

Check Marital Information Through the Canyon County Clerk & Court Assistance Office

For public marriage and divorce records within the past 50 years, interested parties can submit a request to the Canyon County Clerk.4

Canyon County Clerk
111 North 11th Avenue
Caldwell, Idaho 83605

Phone: 208.454.7337
Fax: 208.454.6689
Email: [email protected]
Hours: M-F 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Requests for certified copies of marriages certificates should be mailed to the address above along with the following information:

  • Date of Ceremony
  • First and Last Names of Couple
  • Requester Contact Information
  • Appropriate Fee Payment (payable to “Canyon County Recorder & Passport Office”)
  • Self-addressed and stamped envelope for record return (unless picking record up in person when ready)

Court records regarding divorces that were finalized in Canyon County can be accessed via the public kiosks at the Canyon County Court Assistance Office at no cost to the user.

Canyon County Court Assistance Office
1115 Albany Street, Rm 334
Caldwell, Idaho 83605

Phone: 208.454.7455
Hours: Weekdays 9am-12:30pm & 1-3pm

More comprehensive divorce decrees can be obtained by submitting a court record request to the clerk. Individuals should fill out the entire form including case numbers, names of those involved in the case, and a statement that a divorce decree (or other divorce case record) is being requested. Fees for copies, credit card processing fees and certification expenses can be found by clicking the “Costs & Fees” tab.

The last option for finding county marriage records and certificates is through the document lookup, which can be browsed by recording date, document number, document type and name.

Utilize Idaho State Resources to Obtain Vital Records Pertaining to Marriage & Divorce

Canyon County divorce records or marriage certificates ranging from May 1947 to present day can also be obtained via the Idaho Bureau of Vital Records (IVR) of the Idaho Department of Health & Welfare for $16 each.5 However, records regarding marriages or divorces that were finalized within the past 50 years will only be granted to the subject(s) listed on the certificate, immediate family, or legal representatives.

Since there is no public IVR office, in person requests are not an option and requests must instead be submitted by postal mail.

Idaho marriage and divorce records can be obtained from the IVR by following these steps:

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

A screenshot of the approved identifications for the information request from the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare for Birth, Marriage, Divorce, etc.
Source: Idaho Department of Health and Welfare6

Completed requests will be delivered via USPS. Questions for the bureau can be directed to [email protected] or 208.334.5980.

Note: Divorce certificates will indicate if a divorce was granted but are not as detailed as divorce decrees; divorce decrees need to be requested through the Canyon County Clerk (contact information listed above)4

The state of Idaho also endorses the independent vital records service called VitalChek for purchasing marriage and divorce records online. This is the most efficient option and fulfilled requests will be delivered by USPS or–if expedited shipping is requested and paid for–by UPS.

VitalChek rates (payable by credit card):

  • $10.50 Non-refundable Fee Per Order
  • $10 Per Expedited (Rush) Order Processing
  • $19 Per Expedited Delivery via UPS

Third-party platforms will also help members of the public check if someone is married for a small fee, and can do so on a national rather than county- or statewide scale. These services are also able to check aliases and perform online searches that can provide insight even if the record is not yet publicly available.

One last option for finding marriage records–especially on those that occurred before the IVR started maintaining records–is through local churches near where the marriage ceremony was held. Churches often documented marriages and may still have these records, either for one’s own record-keeping or to assist with tracing genealogy.

How To View Someone’s Criminal Records in Canyon County

Canyon County criminal records can be found via several agencies and show information gathered from many sources, so they are much more detailed than arrest reports. Criminal records can include prior arrests, police records, previous and pending charges and convictions, jail records, and court case information.

Review Canyon County Criminal Cases via the Courts

An online directory of all Canyon County court cases is available via the iCourt Portal, where users can select “Canyon” from the county dropdown menu and “Records Search” from the service options to view relevant court records and browse for criminal case information.7 Copies will come at a cost which varies by request (plus a 3.5% credit card processing fee).

A screenshot from the iCourt Project information site shows the search page; searchers must select "County" and "Service" from the dropdown to search for the offenders, along with the outlined map of Idaho at the right part.
Source: iCourt Project Information – Idaho Court7

The Canyon County Clerk of Courts can assist those who have trouble using the iCourt electronic service or finding the desired criminal history information. Searchers will need to know the case number(s), name(s), and documents needed to submit a record request to the clerk.

Canyon County Clerk
111 North 11th Avenue
Caldwell, Idaho 83605

Phone: 208.454.7337
Fax: 208.454.6689
Email: [email protected]
Hours: M-F 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

 

Canyon County Criminal Court
1115 Albany St., Rm. 201
Caldwell, ID 83605

Phone: (208)-454 -7571
Fax: (208)-454 -7525
Hours: M-F 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Even if the document is not accessible on the iCourt portal, case information and names can be found on the platform and shared with the clerk when requesting records in person or by phone. Although the clerk will not provide a free criminal record check, copies are only charged a nominal fee as outlined below.

Cost per document obtained from the Canyon County Clerk:

  • $5 nonrefundable fee per request
  • $1 per page
  • $1 per certified document
  • $1-2 per mailed document (unless a self-addressed stamped envelope is provided)
  • $3 processing fee (for credit/debit cards)

Access Criminal History Information From Local Law Enforcement Agencies

Though they won’t be certified which means used for official purposes, criminal records are a part of Canyon County public records and can be obtained from the Canyon County Sheriff’s Records Section or from local police departments as long as they were the arresting agency.

Canyon County Sheriff’s Office
1115 Albany St., Room 137
Caldwell, ID 83605

Phone: (208)-454 -7510
Fax: (208)-454 -7476
Email: [email protected]
Hours: M-F 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

As an example, a public record request form can be filled out and submitted to the Caldwell Police Department or interested parties can make a free criminal record request to the Caldwell PD’s records division by email at [email protected]. In person requests may be made at the address listed below:

Caldwell Police Department Headquarters
Records Division
110 South 5th Ave.
Caldwell, ID 83605

Phone: 208.454.7531
Hours: M-F 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Review Criminal Details on the Canyon County Sex Offender Database

Lastly, the Canyon County Sex Offender Registry is offered by the sheriff’s office as a precautionary resource for members of the public, and is free of charge. Searches may be conducted by using criteria such as address, zip code, offender name, or city. This won’t be a full criminal record but will include sexual offenses of convicted individuals within the county.

A screenshot of Canyon County Sex Offender Registry showing the required information to conduct a search which is denoted by an "*" which includes address, city, state, and Zip, and can include Zip Plus and Offender address type to narrow the search; Search and Reset button at the bottom.
Source: Canyon County Sheriff’s Office8

Find Criminal Records Through State Agencies

Idaho also makes it possible to look up someone’s criminal record through state resources, with the most reliable method being through the state’s central repository.

Both name-based background checks and fingerprint-based background checks are provided via the Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) of the Idaho State Police (ISP) for a $20 fee.9,10,11 While the name-based record check will return criminal history information, individuals may benefit from knowing that these are less accurate than fingerprint-based checks due to the potential for discrepancies because of misspellings, aliases, or duplicate names.

Any member of the public has the right to request Idaho criminal records on anyone else in accordance with the Idaho Public Records Law, but without obtaining the subject’s fingerprints the name-based check is the most common method.12,1 Therefore, although either type of criminal record is accessible, the fingerprint-based check is usually done on oneself.

Requesters must have their fingerprints taken on an official fingerprinting card by any authorized law enforcement agency and send the card in with the relevant form and $20 payment (by credit card or check).

Fingerprinting services are also available at BCI Headquarters:

Bureau of Criminal Identification
Idaho State Police
700 Stratford Drive, Ste. 120
Meridian, Idaho 83642

Phone: 208.884.7130
Hours: Mon – Fri 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

The Bureau of Criminal Identification charges a fee of $10 for the first fingerprint card and $5 for each additional card. These charges are in addition to the $20 background check fee. Police departments that offer fingerprinting services will charge a separate fee as well.

The Idaho Department of Corrections’ Resident/Client Search is a useful search tool where current inmates and those released under supervision of the IDOC can be viewed with details about their charges, sentences, and case information at no cost to the user. The portal can be searched by either last name or IDOC number, but results are restricted to the state of Idaho.

A screenshot from the Idaho Department of Corrections displays the list of offenders from the "Resident/Client Search" with their names, IDOC no., full name, age, and case status.
Source: Idaho Department of Corrections13

The Federal Bureau of Prisons inmate locator is a search tool for criminal history information on federal inmates; the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) search can be performed by BOP number or by name.14

Two sex offender registries–at the state and national levels–are free to use and publicly accessible to individuals who want to check for criminal history of sex offenders in their area or check information on a specific person statewide.

To search Canyon County, individuals should use the county search feature of the Idaho Sex Offender Registry.15,16 After selecting “Canyon” from the county dropdown menu and specifying whether they’d like to search adult or juvenile offenders, searchers can click “search” to be brought to a compiled database of county-wide offenders.

An image from Idaho State Police displays offenders' mugshots, full names (with a link for more info), KNO, address details, case status, and a map with a magnifying glass indicating location.
Source: Idaho State Police17

Searches can also be conducted based on city, offender name, zip code, or map view.

Offender profiles found via the Idaho State Sex Offender Registry will include:

  • Address(es)
  • Date of Birth
  • Eye Color
  • Full Name & Alias(es)
  • Hair Color/Type
  • Height
  • Mugshot
  • Offense Details (Date/Type)
  • Place of Conviction
  • Race
  • Sex
  • Registry I.D.
  • Registration Status
  • Weight

The National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) is the countrywide sex offender registry that is free to use and can be searched by anyone.18 Searches can be done by the offender’s name or a chosen location/address within a specific radius.

How To Conduct a Background Check Canyon County for Personal Purposes or Professional Purposes

Background checks can be done for either personal or professional reasons. The bullet points below provide a brief overview of each:

Personal Background Checks

  • Provide insight on individuals such as a friend, family member, potential date, colleague, neighbor, coworker, etc.
  • Do not require the subject’s knowledge or permission
  • Do not necessitate a stated purpose or reason for the check
  • Requesters are prohibited from using the information within to harass, stalk, commit hate crimes, etc.
  • Can be performed by reviewing arrest and criminal records, court cases, online reports, police records, and viewing other publicly available information
  • Third-party services will return information gathered from many agencies, counties, states, and record custodians efficiently

Professional Background Checks

  • Provides in depth information on the subject for purposes such as obtaining firearms, applying for adopting, housing, a lease, employment, or security clearance
  • Checks criminal, employment, educational and address history
  • Requires written consent from the subject of the background check
  • The subject may report or dispute the information within
  • Must comply with relevant state and federal background check laws such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and those enforced by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act (EEOC) to prevent discrimination and protect the individual being investigated 19,20
  • Includes two primary types of background checks: Level 1 (name-based) and Level 2 (fingerprint-based)

Neither Canyon County nor its major cities provide professional background checks, but both Level 1 name-based background checks and Level 2 fingerprint-based background checks are accessible via the BCI.9,10 (The methods of performing each type of check along with the fees, payment methods, and address of the BCI can be found in the section above on criminal records)

Although going through the BCI is most advisable and will be the best option for members of the public, readers may also benefit from knowing that the Idaho Background Check Unit (BCU) of the Idaho Department of Health & Welfare conducts more in depth background checks on applicants, as those who apply to work for the Department are required to undergo this type of check rather than the typical BCI checks.

Applicants must have their fingerprints taken at any of the authorized fingerprinting locations, get their background check notarized, provide a valid form of I.D., and pay the appropriate fees by check, money order, cash, or credit/debit card. Though there are locations throughout the state, the closest office (located in Canyon County) is listed below:

Nampa Fingerprinting Services
823 Park Centre Way. Entrance 1
Nampa, ID 83651

The BCU extends their background check services to anyone required by state statute to have this more comprehensive and extensive check performed. Some individuals who are required to have this type of background check done are listed below:

  • Adoptive Parents & Adoption Applicants
  • Behavioral Health Community Crisis Centers
  • Behavioral Health Program Volunteers
  • Children’s Care Facilities
  • Children’s Therapeutic Outdoor Programs & Services
  • Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP)
  • Licensed Foster Cares
  • Licensed Daycares
  • Mental Health Services
  • Non-hospital – Medically Monitored Detoxification & Mental Health Diversion Units

How To Determine if Yourself or Someone Else Has a Warrant for Their Arrest in Canyon County

Individuals curious if someone has a warrant can inquire with certain agencies and courts since warrants are considered public records in Canyon County.

Concerned parties who want to conduct a warrant search on either themselves or others can begin their search by utilizing the Smart Search feature on the iCourt platform. This free tool is searchable by record number or name. Once search results have been brought up, searchers can review the list of relevant results and click on any profile to view charges, criminal information, cases, and warrants.

The warrant information will include:

  • Bond Amount
  • Date Issued
  • Defendant Name
  • Judicial Officer
  • Reason for Warrant
  • Sentencing Information
  • Warrant Type

The Warrants Unit of the Canyon County Sheriff’s Department does not issue warrants–as this can only be done by the courts–but does serve them on behalf of the courts. The Warrants Unit can be contacted in person or by phone to ask about a specific warrant. Searchers must know the subject’s name and date of birth.

Warrants Unit
Canyon County Sheriff’s Department
1115 Albany St., Room 137
Caldwell, ID 83605

Phone: (208)-454 -7273

Warrant searches can also be conducted at the state level free of charge via the online Resident/Client Search tool provided by the Idaho Department of Corrections’ (IDOC). Searches are offered by either last name or IDOC number. However, warrant details will only be shown for inmates currently in IDOC custody.

Criminal records and background checks will show prior and outstanding warrants too, and are accessible by the public through a non-criminal justice name-based criminal background check from the Bureau of Criminal Identification for a cost of $20 (plus an additional charge for credit/debit card transactions).9,21

The form and payment should be submitted to the BCI by mail or in person:

Idaho Bureau of Criminal Identification
700 South Stratford Drive, Suite 120
Meridian, Idaho 83642

Phone: 208.884.7130
Fax: 208.884.7193

Local police departments will provide information about outstanding warrants as well, either by phone or in person. Some law enforcement agencies also have online public indexes on their websites labeled “Most Wanted” or “Warrants.” For those that do not, a phone call to the general office number, warrants division, or records unit will suffice.

For example, the Records Division of the Nampa Police Department maintains all warrants in the city of Nampa; these can be requested via their online Record Request Form or by calling or visiting the department office.

Nampa Police Department
Records Division
820 2nd Street South
Nampa, Idaho 83651

Phone: 208.465.2257
Fax: 208.465.2405
Hours: M-F 8 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

How To Find if Someone Is on Probation in Canyon County (Idaho)

Canyon County public records extend to include probation information (meaning the release from jail). Each of the relevant probation search tools and agencies is listed below with a brief description.

Canyon County Misdemeanor Probation Office: Oversees misdemeanor offenders and pursues accountability and crime reduction

Misdemeanor Probation Office
222 N. 12th Ave.
Caldwell, Idaho 83605

Phone: 208.454.7260
Fax: 208.454.7258
Community Service Phone: 208.455.6002
Hours: M-F 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (excluding noon – 1 p.m.)

Canyon County Juvenile Probation Office: Works to decrease the likelihood of youth becoming repeat offenders by means of accountability and opportunities for developing competency

Juvenile Probation Office
222 N. 12th Ave.
Caldwell, Idaho 83605

Phone: 208.454.7330
Fax: 208.454.7352
Hours: M-F 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (excluding noon – 1 p.m.)

IDOC Probation & Parole District 3 Office: Oversees supervision of adult felons released to probation throughout District 3 (including Canyon County)

District 3 Office
3110 Cleveland Boulevard, Building D
Caldwell, Idaho 83605

Phone: 208.454.7601

IDOC Resident/Client Search: Search tool for finding probationers previously incarcerated by the IDOC; searchable by IDOC # or last name

U.S. Probation & Pretrial Services for the District of Idaho: Tasked with supervision of probationers in Canyon County who were convicted of federal crimes – the nearest office is about 20 miles away in Boise.

Boise Office
550 West Fort St., Room 458
Boise, Idaho 83724

Phone: 208.334.1630
Fax: 208.334.1872
Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

How To Look Up Court Records That Originated in Canyon County

The court system in Idaho is split into 3 levels: at the top is the Idaho Supreme Court, followed by the Court of Appeals and then the District Courts including the Magistrate Division (which hears cases regarding juveniles, probates, guardianship, and minor infractions) . The best methods for finding court records at each level will be outlined below.

The most convenient and efficient method of finding court records or performing a Canyon County case search is via the Smart Search tool offered by the Idaho court system. This statewide search resource is free to use and court records can be searched by either record number or party name.

A screenshot from iCourt Portal displays the search results from a smart search having the name "John Smith" as the filter, showing 200 results; the result includes the offenders' details with their full name, DOB, and case information.
Source: iCourt Portal Idaho Courts22

Canyon County court records may also be requested in person via the Canyon County Clerk; the clerk’s office, county courthouse, and Juvenile Justice Center are listed below with their contact information:4

Canyon County Clerk
111 North 11th Avenue
Caldwell, Idaho 83605

Phone: 208.454.7337
Fax: 208.454.6689
Email: [email protected]
Hours: M-F 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Canyon County Courthouse
1115 Albany St.
Caldwell, ID 83605

Phone: (208)-454 -7571
Fax: (208)-454 -7525
Hours: M-F 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Juvenile Justice Center
222 North 12th Avenue
Caldwell, Idaho 83605

Phone: 208.454.7573
Fax: 208.453.2298
Hours: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. & 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

If a record cannot be found online, individuals can submit Canyon County court record requests to the clerk for review. Court document requests must include the case number, name(s) on the case, and which documents are being requested. For audio recording requests, interested parties should include the case number, name(s), and both date and time of the hearing(s).

Applicable fees for both documents and audio recordings can be found by clicking “Costs & Fees” on the record request webpage.

A screenshot of the costs and fees for document copies or audio recordings when requesting court records through Canyon County Clerk.
Source: Canyon County Clerk’s Office23

The Third Judicial District Court offers a daily court schedule of Canyon County court cases, which shows:

  • Attorneys
  • Case Number
  • Case Type
  • Court Dates
  • Judge
  • Room
  • Time

Note: The online court schedule is only viewable Mon – Fri from 6 a.m. – 5 p.m.

For requesters in Canyon County, judicial records involving civil and criminal cases that were heard by the Idaho Supreme Court can be obtained by submitting an Idaho Supreme Court record request (state level) and federal court records nationwide can be viewed via the Public Access to Court Electronic Records (PACER) public index. PACER is free to use but copies come at a nominal fee.

How Do I Order Birth & Death Certificates in Canyon County?

Vital records such as birth and death certificates are available to the public, but they are made confidential by Idaho law until after 50 years for death certificates and 100 years for birth certificates.

However, even after this time period has passed, only individuals fitting certain criteria may obtain them. For example, the person named on the document and their immediate family members are able to request these records, but members of the public must be able to prove that they have a legitimate reason to file the request.

The county clerk does not disburse birth or death certificates, but death certificates can be viewed through the county’s document lookup feature, which is searchable by document number, type, and recording dates.

The Idaho Bureau of Vital Records (IVR) of the Department of Health & Welfare hosts vital records for births and deaths that took place after July of 1911 and accepts written requests for these certificates.24

Follow these steps to submit a written record request:

  1. Download and complete the appropriate request form
  2. Make a photocopy of an accepted form of identification
  3. Pay certificate fees by either check or money order made out to “Idaho Vital Records” (certified copies cost $16 each but additional fees may apply, such as for expedited processing)
  4. Mail all items listed above to the following address:
    • Idaho Bureau of Vital Records & Health Statistics
      P.O. Box 83720
      Boise, Idaho 83720 – 0036

Processing tends to take 1-2 weeks for expedited requests or 2-4 weeks for standard processing.

The state of Idaho has partnered with VitalChek to accept online vital record requests; orders placed through VitalChek will be shipped via USPS unless expedited delivery is paid for, in which case the records will be delivered to the requester by UPS.

VitalChek payments must be made by credit card – the fees are found below:

  • $10.50 Non-refundable Fee Per Order
  • $10 Per Expedited (Rush) Order Processing
  • $19 Per Expedited Delivery via UPS

Birth, death, and other vital records may also be purchased via third-party platforms but these will be neither certified nor official.

How To Access Canyon County (ID) Property Records & Taxes

Members of the public who would like to review Canyon County property records can do so via an online free public records search or in person.

A property search tool is offered by the office of the Canyon County Assessor and is searchable by either property address or parcel I.D.25,26

A screenshot of a sample property search detail result showing the general information of the property, such as the name of its owner, the property address, parcel ID, neighborhood address, legal description, sales history, and more.
Source: Canyon County Public Access Service Portal27

The assessor can also be visited in person for viewing property records and individuals may either call or email for general questions.

Canyon County Assessor’s Office
111 North 11th Avenue, Suite 250
Caldwell, Idaho 83605

Phone: 208.454.7431
Fax: 208.454.7349
Email: [email protected]

Canyon County public records regarding property information are free to view both in person or online, but creating a (free) registered account is advisable in order to access the advanced search features.


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