Kootenai County Arrest Records

Kootenai County arrest records are official documents created at the point of arrest to indicate that an individual has been taken into custody. These documents are usually created before criminal proceedings, and they are maintained by the arresting agency and the Kootenai County Sheriff's Office. Kootenai County arrest records are public under the Idaho Public Records Law. Therefore, record seekers can review, inspect, and obtain copies of them upon request, unless restricted by law. Notably, the Idaho Public Records Law also restricts the disclosure of some arrest information to preserve the integrity of the criminal justice sector. These restricted records include:

• Juvenile cases
• Information involving active investigations
• Information regarding the victims
• Sealed arrest records

Individuals looking to review Kootenai County arrest records can visit the Sheriff's Office in person at the address below or contact the Sheriff's Office at 208-446-1300 to confirm details of arrests and arrested individuals. One can also review the Sheriff's Daily Press Log to confirm the identity of arrested individuals as well as the reasons for arrests and detention location.

While arrest records may vary based on the type of offense and the arresting agency, a typical arrest record in Kootenai County contains the following information:

• Arrestee's Personal Information (full name, date of birth, gender, race)
• Arrestee's physical description
• Booking photos/mugshots
• Date and time of arrest
• Location of arrest
• Arresting agency or officer
• Description of alleged offenses
• Booking number
• Detention facility
• Bail or bond information
• Current custody status
• Release date and conditions
• Scheduled court dates