About Bingham County

Population 47,000 residents
Area 2,120 square miles
Established 1885
  • Bingham County's economy is heavily based on agriculture, particularly potato farming and related processing industries, along with cattle ranching and dairy operations.
  • The Snake River provides irrigation water that has made Bingham County one of the most productive agricultural areas in the western United States.

Sheriff, Police & Law Enforcement

Law Enforcement & Arrests

  • Citizens may request arrest records by submitting a written request to the Sheriff's Office or respective police departments, typically requiring the subject's name and date of birth.
  • Processing times for arrest record requests typically range from a few days to two weeks depending on the complexity of the request and availability of records.
501 North Maple Street, Blackfoot, ID 83221

Criminal, Arrest & Jail Records

Mugshots & Booking Photos

Courts & Case Records

Court records for this county include civil cases, criminal cases, traffic violations, and family law matters handled by the local Circuit, District, or Superior Court.

  • Certified copies of court documents are available from the Clerk of the District Court for $1.00 per page plus a $2.00 certification fee.
  • Remote access to court records through iCourt is provided free of charge for case searches, though certain documents may require in-person requests.
501 North Maple Street, Blackfoot, ID 83221

Property & Public Records

  • Bingham County provides an online property records search through the County website at www.binghamcountyidaho.gov, allowing public access to recorded documents with images available for viewing and printing.
  • Recording fees vary by document type but generally start at $10.00 for the first page and $3.00 for each additional page.
  • Certified copies are available for an additional fee of $2.00 per document.

Vital Records

Vital records for this county include birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates issued under state vital statistics law.

  • The fee for a certified birth or death certificate is $16.00 for the first copy and $8.00 for each additional copy of the same record ordered at the same time.
  • Processing typically takes 1-2 weeks for walk-in or mail requests.
  • The marriage license fee is $30.00 and there is no waiting period in Idaho.
  • Marriage and divorce records are public records in Idaho and can be accessed by any member of the public, though certified copies may be restricted to parties of the action.

Business & Licensing

Business records, licenses, and permits for this county are processed by the County Clerk and local government offices.

  • For formal business entity formation (corporations, LLCs, limited partnerships), businesses must register with the Idaho Secretary of State's office in Boise.
165 SW Frontage Road, Blackfoot, ID 83221

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I search for someone recently arrested in Bingham County, Idaho?
To search for someone recently arrested in Bingham County, Idaho, you can contact the Bingham County Jail. The jail provides an inmate lookup service that can be accessed by visiting the Sheriff's Office website. You can call the jail directly at (208) 785-1238 for more information on recent arrests and inmate status.
Mugshots or booking photos in Bingham County, Idaho, can be obtained from the Bingham County Sheriff's Office. The office may provide access to these records through their official website or upon request at their physical location. It's recommended to contact the Sheriff's Office directly at (208) 785-4440 to inquire about the availability of mugshots online or in person.
To obtain a criminal background check in Bingham County, Idaho, you need to contact the Idaho State Police Bureau of Criminal Identification. You can request a background check by submitting a completed form along with the required fee.
You can look up sex offenders in Bingham County, Idaho, by accessing the Idaho Sex Offender Registry. This registry is maintained by the Idaho State Police and provides an online search tool to locate registered sex offenders by name, location, or proximity to an address. The registry is accessible to the public and offers detailed information about each offender.
You can register to vote in Bingham County through the Bingham County Clerk's Office at 501 North Maple Street, Blackfoot, ID 83221, by phone at (208) 782-3160, or online at https://voteidaho.gov/
Property records in Bingham County can be accessed through the Bingham Clerk of the District Court's Office at 501 North Maple Street, Suite 205, Blackfoot, or by phone at (208) 782-3174. The county provides free online access to recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and plat maps through the county website at www.binghamcountyidaho.gov. For property tax information and assessments, contact the this jurisdiction Assessor's Office at (208) 782-3158, which also offers an online GIS mapping system with parcel data, ownership information, and assessed values. Certified copies of recorded documents are available for a fee.
Certified copies of birth and death certificates for events in Bingham County are available from the Bingham County Clerk's Office at 501 North Maple Street, Suite 201, Blackfoot, ID 83221, phone (208) 782-3160. The fee is $16.00 for the first certified copy and $8.00 for each additional copy of the same record ordered simultaneously. Processing typically takes 1-2 weeks for in-person or mail requests, and applicants must provide valid identification and proof of eligibility under Idaho Code § 39-259. You can also order certificates from the Idaho Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics through https://www.vitalchek.com with expedited options available.
For DBA (Doing Business As) and fictitious name registrations in Bingham County, contact the Bingham County Clerk's Office at (208) 782-3160, located at 501 North Maple Street, Suite 201, Blackfoot. For formal business entity searches including corporations and LLCs, use the Idaho Secretary of State's free online database at https://sosbiz.idaho.gov to search by business name, registered agent, or entity number. City business licenses for operations within Blackfoot and other municipalities are issued by respective city halls. Professional licenses are managed by Idaho state licensing boards through their respective agencies in Boise.

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