Frequently Asked Questions
Extension Office Q&A
Call 208-267-3235 or email boundary@uidaho.edu to register for youth or adult Extension classes.
4-H Enrollment is open online from October 10-January 10. Go to https://4h.zsuite.org to enroll.
Children can participate in 4-H if they are ages 8 to 18 (as of January 1st). Youth who are 5 to 7 years old can participate in the Cloverbuds project.
Extension classes can be paid for using cash or check. Many of our programs have a scholarship option available if needed.
You can find out about upcoming programs by subscribing to our bi-monthly email newsletter, email boundary@uidaho.edu to sign up. Many of our programs are also advertised on our Boundary County Extension Facebook page, and the Boundary County 4-H Facebook page.
Prosecutor Q&A
In Boundary County, all crimes must be reported to the Boundary County Dispatch Center. You may report a crime in progress by calling 911. Dispatch will route the call to the appropriate agency for response.
For non-emergencies or if you have general questions for a local law enforcement agency, the Boundary County Sheriff’s Office can be reached on their Non-Emergency line at 208-267-3151.
Crimes are charged by the Boundary County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office on behalf of the People of the State of Idaho. We do not represent the victim. The decision to file or proceed with charges can only be made by the attorneys in our office. While we encourage victims to have a voice in the resolution of the criminal case, the outcome will ultimately be determined by the prosecutor assigned to the case. If you would like to speak with the prosecutor assigned to your case, you may contact the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office at 208-267-7545 or at prosecutor@boundarycountyid.org.
If you are the defendant in a criminal case, the prosecuting attorney is bound by an ethical code which may not allow him or her to speak with you.
If you are represented by an attorney, you should only speak to your attorney about your case.
If you are not represented by an attorney, call our office at 208-267-7545 to see if the attorney is able to speak to you.
Please contact the investigating law enforcement agency directly to discuss information or evidence in ongoing cases. Boundary County Dispatch can direct you to the appropriate agency by calling the non-emergency number at 208-267-3151.
Call the Court Clerks at 208-267-5504 or email courts@boundary.idcourts.gov to plead not guilty and ask the case to be set for a court trial.
You may call our office at 208-267-7545 or email us at prosecutor@boundarycountyid.org to see if the attorney is able to speak to you about options.
The Idaho Department of Transportation offers a Defensive Driving course which may remove points from your record. Visit https://itd.idaho.gov/guide/driver-records-and-suspensions/#defensive-driving-courses.
Our attorneys are not able to provide legal advice on any criminal or civil matters. To find an attorney to represent you, visit the Idaho State Bar website (isb.idaho.gov) or call 208-334-4500. If you are unable to afford an attorney, you may be eligible for legal representation through Idaho Legal Aid at https://idaholegalaid.org/.
To access free fillable forms on a variety of self-help topics, please visit the Idaho Supreme Court Self-Help website at Idaho Court Assistance Office (https://courtselfhelp.idaho.gov/)
All requests to reschedule or modify court hearings must be submitted to the court clerk’s office in writing. You can email the Court Clerks at courts@boundary.idcourts.gov. For questions, please call the Court Clerks at 208-267-5504. Failure to appear as scheduled for court hearings may result in a warrant for your arrest.
Please contact our Boundary County Victim’s Services, at 208-267-7334 or email bcycdvh@gmail.com for assistance.
Road and Bridge Q&A
To request a new address please check with the Road and Bridge Department to verify that an access permit is on file. If you already have an access permit please contact addressing at (208) 267-0261. For more information on addressing you can also visit the Requesting a New Address web page here.
As part of our road maintenance program the Road and Bridge Department will brush the sides of county roads back to the right of way line. This not only enhances safety for the traveling public by increasing line of sight and reducing hiding spots for animals, it also helps our roads to heal quicker after winter by allowing more light to reach our roads.
Yes, all work whether it is utility work, putting in a driveway, or fencing needs a permit if you are going to be in the public right of way with equipment.
Treasurer Q&A
Assessment notices are issued to inform you of the value of the property and/or improvements. Pay close attention to the assessment notice, as the value listed will be used in calculating your tax bill in November. Instructions for appeal of the value are on the back of the assessment notice. Appeals must be filed immediately upon receipt of the assessment notice. The appeal period closes after the 4th Monday in June of each year, you may contact the Assessor at 208-267-3301 to discuss your property value for the upcoming year.
Property tax statements are mailed to all property owners. It is your right to know what your property tax amount is each year. If a mortgage company has requested your bill, you will see a red message “COPY ORIGINAL MAILED TO MORTGAGE COMPANY”
Just prior to our billing, the mortgage companies notify us of the tax parcels they expect to pay. The Treasurer’s Office receives an electronic file that automatically downloads a computer code to each parcel for which billing is requested. The mortgage company receives an electronic billing for each of their coded accounts and the property owner is sent a copy. Please verify that the mortgage company requesting your bill is the company that currently services your mortgage. If the mortgage company payment is not mailed prior to the due date, late charge and interest will be added. Post mark rules apply to mortgage companies also.
A late charge equal to 2% of any unpaid portion of the first half is added after the due date. Interest accrues daily at 1% per month beginning January 1st of the year following the December 20th first half due date.
When any portion of a manufactured home or personal property tax becomes delinquent, a Warrant of Distraint is issued to the County Sheriff for collection. Full payment of all tax, late charge, warrant fees and interest is required to release the warrant.
If you don’t have access to your payment coupon, you may simply write your parcel number on your check.
Property tax bills are sent to the owner on record.
Please reference your closing documents to determine what was agreed to in regard to property taxes. Oftentimes, the seller will allow a credit at closing for the anticipated tax amount. If you cannot find this information in your closing documents or have further questions, please contact your title company as they may be able to assist you.
Postmarks are imprints on letters, flats, and parcels that show the name of the United States Postal Service (USPS) office that accepted custody of the mail, along with the state, the zip code, and the date of mailing. The postmark is generally applied, either by machine or by hand, with cancellation bars to indicate that the postage cannot be reused.
Taxpayers who send their payments by mail are cautioned that the USPS only postmarks certain mail depending on the type of postage used and may not postmark mail on the same day deposited by a taxpayer.
ACCEPTABLE POSTAGE – Postmarked
- STANDARD POSTAGE STAMPS: Stamps purchased and affixed to mail as evidence of the payment of postage.
NON-ACCEPTABLE POSTAGE- Not Postmarked
- Metered mail: Mail on which postage is printed directly on an envelope or label by a postage machine licensed by the USPS. Many private companies use these types of postage machines.
- Pre-canceled stamp: Stamps sold through a private vendor, such as stamps.com®.
- Automated Postal Center (APC) stamps: Stamps, with or without a date, purchased from machines located within a USPS lobby.
- Permit Imprint: Pre-sorted mail used by bill pay services, such as online home banking
Property tax payments must be received or postmarked by the due date to avoid penalties.
**To avoid delays, please mail early. Mail delivered to the post office on the due date may not be postmarked until the following day. Request the post office to hand stamp a postmark on your envelope to ensure a timely postmark.
If payment is returned, you may be assessed a $20 service fee.
Please contact your bank to stop payment on a check. If your payment is returned, you may be assessed a $20 service fee.
Boundary County charges property taxes in arrears. For example, when you receive a tax bill in November the taxes owing are for that current year.
DUE DATE
- OPTION #1: Pay the whole amount by Dec 20th
- OPTION #2: Pay the first half on Dec 20th and second half on June 20th without penalties and interests.
Tax payments are governed by title 67 Idaho Code. Property taxes are due no later than December 20th; however, you may pay ½ of the total taxes’ due no later than December 20th; and use a grace period to pay the second ½ no later than June 20th of the next year. If the first ½ payment is not received by December 20th, your property tax bill is considered delinquent.
DELINQUENT PROPERTY
Partial payments toward real property delinquent taxes are accepted (any amount, any time) and are applied to tax, costs, interest and late charge in the proportion each bear to the total amount due.
PAYING FOR FUTURE TAXES
Partial payments of at least $25 can be applied toward current year or future taxes on all property types. Any remaining balance may be paid according to the standard schedules and regulations for property tax collection.
BUSINESS PERSONAL PROPERTY OR MANUFACTURED HOMES
Once any part of a personal property or manufactured home tax becomes delinquent, the unpaid portion of the entire tax shall immediately become due and payable.