Idaho Family Court Forms and Filing Resources

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Idaho publishes its own official family law forms, filing instructions, and self-help materials, but they are spread across several government sites. This page organizes the official Idaho sources in one place so you can go straight to the right court page for forms, e-filing, rules, and locations.

Idaho's core family statutes live in the Idaho Code Title 32 - Domestic Relations. If you choose to e-file in your case you are expected to keep e-filing for the rest of it unless the judge lets you switch back to paper.

How the Idaho court system handles family cases

Family cases in Idaho are heard in the District Court, usually in the Magistrate Division. In Idaho, divorce and custody are usually heard in the Magistrate Division of the District Court.

Idaho's 44 counties are grouped into 7 judicial districts.

Appeals from a family case generally go first to the Court of Appeals, and the state's highest court is the Idaho Supreme Court.

Besides the judge, a Magistrate Judge may handle parts of a family case. Idaho magistrate judges - not the district judges - hear most family cases day to day.

Most Idaho family cases start in front of a Magistrate Judge, with appeals going up to a District Judge first.

Official Idaho resources

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Idaho state courts website (Idaho judicial branch): The official home of the Idaho court system, with statewide news, rules, and links to every court. https://isc.idaho.gov

Idaho family law forms (Idaho judicial branch): The official statewide collection of family law forms published for Idaho cases. Start here when you need the current version of a form. https://courtselfhelp.idaho.gov/Forms

Idaho self-help resources (Idaho courts self-help): Official self-help information for people handling their own Idaho family case, including instructions and plain-language guides. https://courtselfhelp.idaho.gov

iCourt File & Serve (Tyler Technologies): E-filing works statewide in all 44 counties. It is required for lawyers and optional for people representing themselves, including in divorce and custody cases. https://idaho.tylertech.cloud/OfsEfsp/

Idaho county courthouse directory (Idaho judicial branch): Find the courthouse or clerk that serves your county, with locations and contact details. https://isc.idaho.gov/about-the-courts/county-courthouse-directory

Idaho rules of procedure (Idaho judicial branch): The court rules that control deadlines, service, and how family cases move in Idaho. https://isc.idaho.gov/irflp

Idaho mediation and dispute resolution (Idaho judicial branch): Official information on mediation and alternative dispute resolution options for Idaho family cases. https://isc.idaho.gov/mediation

Idaho financial affidavit and disclosure forms (isc.idaho.gov): The official source for the financial disclosure paperwork most Idaho family cases ask for. https://isc.idaho.gov/ifr/forms

Idaho child support guideline resources (isc.idaho.gov): Official Idaho child support guideline materials, worksheets, or calculators. https://isc.idaho.gov/irflp/child-support-guidelines

Idaho iCourt Portal (Smart Search) (Idaho courts): Look up existing case records. Access is listed as free and the system is organized statewide. https://mycourts.idaho.gov/

Frequently used official Idaho forms

These links open official Idaho government form documents directly. Courts revise forms, so if a direct link stops working, use the statewide forms collection above to find the current version.

Petition for Divorce With Minor Children (CAO D 1-5), form CAO D 1-5 (Divorce / Dissolution), official document: https://courtselfhelp.idaho.gov/docs/forms/CAO_D_1-5.pdf

Affidavit Verifying Income (CAO FL 1-11), form CAO FL 1-11 (Child Support), official document: https://courtselfhelp.idaho.gov/docs/forms/CAO_FL_1-11.pdf

Petition for Divorce, No Children (CAO D 1-6), form CAO D 1-6 (Divorce / Dissolution), official document: https://courtselfhelp.idaho.gov/docs/forms/CAO_D_1-6.pdf

Family Case Response, No Minor Children (CAO FL 3-2), form CAO FL 3-2 (Divorce / Dissolution), official document: https://courtselfhelp.idaho.gov/docs/forms/CAO_FL_3-2.pdf

Family Case Response, With Children (CAO FL 3-3), form CAO FL 3-3 (Divorce / Dissolution), official document: https://courtselfhelp.idaho.gov/docs/forms/CAO_FL_3-3.pdf

Decree of Divorce, No Children (CAO D 8-3), form CAO D 8-3 (Final Judgment / Final Orders), official document: https://courtselfhelp.idaho.gov/docs/forms/CAO_D_8-3.pdf

Decree of Divorce, With Children (CAO D 8-1), form CAO D 8-1 (Final Judgment / Final Orders), official document: https://courtselfhelp.idaho.gov/docs/forms/CAO_D_8-1.pdf

Standard Custody Child Support Worksheet (CAO FL 1-13), form CAO FL 1-13 (Child Support), official document: https://courtselfhelp.idaho.gov/docs/forms/CAO_FL_1-13.pdf

Parenting Plan (CAO FL 3), form CAO FL 3 (Child Custody / Parenting), official document: https://courtselfhelp.idaho.gov/docs/forms/CAO_FL_3.pdf

Petition for Paternity, Custody, Visitation, and Support (CAO P 1-2), form CAO P 1-2 (Paternity), official document: https://courtselfhelp.idaho.gov/docs/forms/CAO_P_1-2.PDF

Petition to Modify an Order, Judgment or Decree (CAO M 1-1), form CAO M 1-1 (Modification), official document: https://courtselfhelp.idaho.gov/docs/forms/CAO_M_1-1.pdf

Petition to Enforce Court Ordered Terms (CAO FLE 10-7), form CAO FLE 10-7 (Contempt / Enforcement), official document: https://courtselfhelp.idaho.gov/docs/forms/CAO_FLE_10-7.pdf

Sworn Petition for Protection Order (CAO DV 1-1), form CAO DV 1-1 (Domestic Violence), official document: https://courtselfhelp.idaho.gov/docs/forms/CAO_DV_1-1.pdf

Motion and Affidavit for Fee Waiver (CAO FW 1-9), form CAO FW 1-9 (Fee Waiver), official document: https://courtselfhelp.idaho.gov/docs/forms/CAO_FW_1-9.pdf

Filing fees: Divorce filing fee: ~$207.

E-filing link data for Idaho was last verified June 2026. Report anything outdated through our contact page and we will re-check the official source.

Frequently asked questions

Where do I find official Idaho family court forms?

The official statewide source is the Idaho judicial branch forms collection linked on this page. Always download forms from the official site so you have the current version, and check whether your county adds local forms or cover sheets.

Can I e-file my own family case in Idaho?

E-filing works statewide in all 44 counties. It is required for lawyers and optional for people representing themselves, including in divorce and custody cases. If you choose to e-file in your case you are expected to keep e-filing for the rest of it unless the judge lets you switch back to paper.

How much does it cost to file a family case in Idaho?

Divorce filing fee: ~$207. If you cannot afford the fee, ask the clerk about a fee waiver or indigency application; every state has a process for requesting one.

Which court hears family cases in Idaho?

Family cases in Idaho are heard in the District Court, usually in the Magistrate Division. In Idaho, divorce and custody are usually heard in the Magistrate Division of the District Court.