Lincoln County Idaho Courthouse

Lincoln County Idaho Courthouse Court cases in Lincoln County, Shoshone, ID

Lincoln County Magistrate Court in Shoshone, Idaho, is the Magistrate Division of the Idaho District Court (Fifth Judicial District). It functions as the county's limited-jurisdiction trial court and handles most first-instance matters and the initial stages of felony cases. Common case types include misdemeanors, criminal infractions and traffic citations; small claims; landlord-tenant/eviction actions; civil lawsuits within the magistrate monetary jurisdiction; family law matters such as divorce, custody, and child support; juvenile proceedings; domestic violence and stalking protection orders; guardianships and conservatorships. The court also conducts arraignments, bail determinations, and preliminary hearings in felony prosecutions before transfer to the district court.

Lincoln County Idaho Courthouse Contact and Location Information

Services and Case Types Handled in Lincoln County Idaho Courthouse

Lincoln County Magistrate Court serves as the public's entry point for lower-level civil and criminal matters. Core services include:
- Case filings: small claims/contract disputes, landlord-tenant (evictions), garnishments, county/municipal ordinance violations, and certain misdemeanor/traffic matters.
- Criminal processes: warrant applications, first appearances, bonds, and preliminary hearings in felony cases.
- Protective measures: accepts or processes petitions for protective or restraining orders as authorized by state law, and issues related temporary orders when applicable.
- Jury services: summons and manages jurors and conducts jury selection and trials in eligible cases, where permitted.
- Court hearings and calendars: schedules hearings, bench trials, mediations, and manages continuances.
- Public access: payment of fines/fees, record requests, forms assistance, and referrals to legal resources.