Idaho § 16-1626 - Court records
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 16-1626 — Court records, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16-1626. Court records
The court shall keep a record of all court proceedings under this chapter. The records shall be available only to parties to the proceeding, persons having full or partial custody of the subject child and authorized agencies providing protective supervision or having legal custody of the child. Any other person may have access to the records only upon permission by the court and then only if it is shown that such access is in the best interests of the child; or for the purpose of legitimate research. If the records are released for research purposes, the person receiving them must agree not to disclose any information which could lead to the identification of the child.
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 16-1626
What does Idaho Statutes § 16-1626 cover?
Section 16-1626 ("Court records") is part of the Idaho Statutes, the codified statutory law of Idaho. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Idaho § 16-1626?
A common citation format is "Idaho Statutes § 16-1626" (Idaho). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Idaho law?
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How does Idaho § 16-1626 apply to my situation?
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