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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the process for someone who is arrested in Idaho Falls, Bonneville County, Idaho to go through the jail and court system?
If you are arrested in the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, you will be transported to the Bonneville County Jail for booking and processing. During booking, officers will record your personal information, take fingerprints and photographs, and log personal belongings. After booking, you may be held pending arraignment before the Bonneville County Court. Under Idaho law, you have the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney; if you cannot afford legal representation, a public defender will be appointed. Bail may be set at arraignment depending on the charges, your criminal history, and flight risk. Criminal history records are maintained by the Idaho State Police. The Bonneville County Sheriff's Office maintains an online inmate roster at https://www.idoc.idaho.gov/content/prisons/offender_search where you can look up current detainees.
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What are the school district and education performance data for City of Idaho Falls, Idaho?
The Idaho Falls School District is located in Bonneville County, Idaho. It serves the city of Idaho Falls and the surrounding area. According to the Idaho State Department of Education, the district has an overall graduation rate of 87.2%, which is higher than the state average of 81.2%. The district also has an average composite ACT score of 21.2, which is slightly lower than the state average of 21.7.
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What are the school district and education performance data for Idaho Falls, Bonneville County, Idaho?
The Idaho Falls School District 91 serves the city of Idaho Falls and Bonneville County. According to the Idaho State Department of Education, the district had an overall graduation rate of 87.2% in 2019, with a four-year cohort graduation rate of 86.7%. The district's average composite score on the SAT was 1090, and the average composite score on the ACT was 21.4.
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What are the crime statistics for City of Idaho Falls, Idaho?
According to the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting Program, the total number of reported crimes in Idaho Falls, Idaho in 2019 was 4,845. Of those, there were 1,845 property crimes and 3,000 violent crimes. The violent crime rate in Idaho Falls was 5.2 per 1,000 people, and the property crime rate was 28.7 per 1,000 people.
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What are the crime statistics for Idaho Falls, Bonneville County, Idaho?
According to the Idaho State Police, the crime rate in Idaho Falls, Bonneville County, Idaho for 2019 was 1,845.7 per 100,000 people. This is lower than the national average of 3,820.5 per 100,000 people. The most common crimes in Idaho Falls were larceny/theft (1,039.3 per 100,000 people), burglary (279.2 per 100,000 people), and motor vehicle theft (90.2 per 100,000 people).
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What publicly accessible records can be obtained from the City of Idaho Falls Idaho Library?
The Idaho Falls Public Library in Bonneville County, Idaho provides residents with access to public records and government document resources. Library cardholders can access online databases including genealogy services, historical newspapers, and Idaho government records. The reference staff can assist with locating court records, property records, and vital records through the library's online catalog and interlibrary loan network. The library maintains materials on how to submit public records requests under the Idaho Public Records Act, which governs access to government documents in Idaho. The library also offers access to genealogy resources including the Idaho Falls Idaho Archives and Genealogy at https://history.idaho.gov/. Contact the Idaho Falls Public Library reference desk at (208) for assistance or to confirm hours and services.
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What publicly accessible records can be obtained from the Idaho Falls, Bonneville County, Idaho Library?
The Idaho Falls Public Library in Bonneville County, Idaho provides residents with access to public records and government document resources. Library cardholders can access online databases including genealogy services, historical newspapers, and Idaho government records. The reference staff can assist with locating court records, property records, and vital records through the library's online catalog and interlibrary loan network. The library maintains materials on how to submit public records requests under the Idaho Public Records Act, which governs access to government documents in Idaho. The library also offers access to genealogy resources including the Idaho Falls Idaho Archives and Genealogy at https://history.idaho.gov/. Contact the Idaho Falls Public Library reference desk at (208) for assistance or to confirm hours and services.
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Where is the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho Public Library located?
The Idaho Falls Public Library is located at 457 A Street, Idaho Falls, ID 83402.
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Where is the Idaho Falls, Bonneville County, Idaho Public Library located?
The Idaho Falls, Bonneville County, Idaho Library is located at 457 West Broadway, Idaho Falls, ID 83402.
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Where is the nearest fingerprinting office located in City of Idaho Falls, Idaho?
Fingerprinting services in Idaho Falls, Bonneville County, Idaho are available through the Idaho Falls Police Department and the Bonneville County Sheriff's Office. Services are provided for employment background checks, licensing applications, immigration purposes, and personal record requests. You will typically need to bring a valid government-issued photo ID and, where applicable, a completed fingerprint card from the requesting agency. Appointments can often be scheduled by calling (208) or by visiting the department's website. Fingerprints are submitted to the Idaho State Police and the FBI for identity verification and criminal history review. Statewide criminal history checks can also be requested through the Idaho State Police.
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Where is the nearest fingerprinting office located in Idaho Falls, Bonneville County, Idaho?
Fingerprinting services for Idaho Falls, Idaho residents are provided at the Idaho Falls Police Department, which serves Bonneville County. Fingerprinting is required for a variety of purposes, including pre-employment background checks, professional licensing (nursing, teaching, law, real estate), volunteer work with children or the elderly, immigration and naturalization applications, firearm purchases, and FBI Identity History Summary requests. To schedule fingerprinting, call the Idaho Falls Police Department at (208) or visit in person. Bring a valid, government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport) and any required agency forms. Fingerprint cards are typically forwarded to the Idaho State Police for processing. For statewide fingerprint-based background checks, visit the Idaho State Police at https://isp.idaho.gov/BCI/.
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What are the requirements for obtaining vital records from City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, and what information is provided in the records?
In order to obtain Idaho Falls, Idaho vital records, you will need to contact the Vital Records Office in Idaho Falls or the Idaho Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics (Idaho Department of Health and Welfare).

At the Vital Records Office in Idaho Falls, you can obtain certified copies of birth, death and marriage records for those who were born, married or died in Idaho Falls. The office is located at 615 Duncan Drive Ste A, Idaho Falls, ID 83402. You will need to complete an application form and provide a valid photo ID.

At the Idaho Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics, you can obtain certified copies of birth, death, marriage and divorce records from anywhere in Idaho. You will need to complete an application form and provide a valid photo ID. The address of this office is 450 W. State Street, Boise, Idaho 83720.
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What are the requirements for obtaining vital records from Idaho Falls, Bonneville County, Idaho, and what information is provided in the records?
To obtain vital records for Idaho Falls, Bonneville County, Idaho, you must contact the Bonneville County Clerk's Office. The records available include birth certificates, death certificates, marriage certificates, and divorce decrees.
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About Police Reports
Police reports from Idaho Falls, Idaho can be obtained from the Idaho Falls Police Department, located in Bonneville County. To request a police report, visit the Records Division in person or submit a written request by mail. You will typically need the report number, date of incident, and your valid photo ID. A fee may be charged per page for copies. Under the Idaho Public Records Act, most police reports are public records in Idaho, though portions related to active investigations, juvenile records, or sensitive personal information may be redacted. Contact the Idaho Falls Police Department Records Division at (208) for information on fees, hours, and online request options. For statewide criminal records, visit https://isp.idaho.gov/BCI/.
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About background check
A background check in Idaho Falls, Bonneville County, Idaho typically includes a review of criminal history, driving records, credit history, employment verification, education verification, and sex offender registry status. Employers, landlords, and licensing boards commonly request background checks in Idaho. Criminal background checks are processed through the Idaho State Police, which maintains arrest records, convictions, and disposition data for Idaho residents. The Idaho State Police provides official criminal history checks at https://isp.idaho.gov/BCI/. Under the Idaho Public Records Act, individuals have the right to request their own records. Federal background checks are available through the FBI's Identity History Summary program. The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) governs how background check information may be used by employers and landlords.