Adams County Idaho 3rd Judicial District Court cases in Adams County, Council, ID
Adams County District Court in Council, Idaho, is a state district court (trial court of general jurisdiction) within the Idaho Third Judicial District. It adjudicates felony criminal prosecutions, larger civil lawsuits and equitable actions, and hears appeals from the county's magistrate division. The Adams County Magistrate Division, located with the district court, handles misdemeanor and infraction cases (including traffic), small claims, protection orders, juvenile matters, probate and guardianships, and most family law cases such as divorce, custody, and child support. Together, the district court and its magistrate division provide first-instance judicial services for Adams County.
Adams County Idaho 3rd Judicial District Court Contact and Location Information
| Court Type: | District Court |
| County: | Adams |
| Street Address: | 201 Industrial Avenue |
| City: | Council |
| Zip Code: | 83612 |
| Phone: | 208-454-7269 |
| Hours: | Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Website URL: | http://www.the3rdjudicialdistrict.com/ |
| Email: | sward@co.adams.id.us |
Services and Case Types Handled in Adams County Idaho 3rd Judicial District Court
Adams County District Court serves the public as the county's trial court of general jurisdiction. It:
- Accepts and processes case filings; maintains dockets and records; provides forms and filing assistance.
- Hears criminal (including felonies), civil disputes, family/domestic relations, juvenile matters, probate/guardianship, and mental health cases.
- Issues and enforces protective orders (e.g., domestic violence, stalking, harassment) and handles related violations.
- Schedules and conducts court hearings and trials (arraignments, motions, status conferences, jury and bench trials) and manages calendars.
- Administers jury services, including summons, qualification, orientation, reporting, and juror payment.
- Provides public access to records, certified copies, interpreters, ADA accommodations, and payment processing for fines, fees, and restitution.