United States District Court
Welcome

Chief Judge Amanda K. Brailsford welcomes you to the U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho.  In 1891 James H. Beatty was appointed by President Harrison to become the first Federal Judge for the District of Idaho.  We have a long and proud history rooted in our commitment to provide an impartial and accessible forum for the just, timely and economical resolution of legal proceedings within the jurisdiction of the Courts.

The District of Idaho has had 13 Article III Judges appointed by the President of the United States, with two active and one senior judges currently on the bench. In addition to our two active and one senior Article III Judges, we have two active Magistrate Judges that assist with our busy workload.

Our judges hold court in BoiseCoeur d'Alene, and Pocatello.


District Court Calendar

The calendar updates as new information becomes available and is subject to change without notice. To schedule a hearing, contact the courtroom deputy.


District of Idaho Courthouse Closed - May 25-26
May 11, 2026
BOI Courthouse 
District of Idaho Courthouses Closed - May 25
May 11, 2026
POC and CDA Courthouses
Judge Wilson Investiture, May 8th 3:00 PM
May 05, 2026
Public Notice re District Local Rules Changes
Apr 06, 2026