Estate Planning & Probate in Boise County, Idaho
There are two reasons people look up Boise County probate: to keep a family out of it, or to get a loved one's estate through it. Start with your situation below; both paths use Boise County's actual court and recording details.
The Probate Process in Boise County
Probate is the court-supervised process of settling someone's estate after they die — validating the will, paying debts and taxes, and transferring what's left to the heirs. In Boise County, probate runs through the Magistrate Court at 419 Main Street, Idaho City. The court sits in the 4th Judicial District. The same 4th Judicial District also serves Ada, Elmore and Valley.
Full Boise Countyprobate guide: cost, how to file & attorneys →Probate Court Record
Magistrate Court
Boise County · 4th Judicial District
Recording Deeds & Property Documents
Recording Office Record
County Recorder
Boise County
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$15 for the first 30 pages plus $3 for each page beyond 30.
Full recording details →Verified June 3, 2026 · Source
Local Procedures at the Magistrate Court
The court offers a self-help center. Staff can review paperwork for completeness and explain procedures, though they cannot provide legal advice. Call 208-587-2127 for details.
Online case payments through mycourts.idaho.gov and filings paid by phone carry a 3.5% transaction fee for credit and debit cards.
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