Idaho

Patrol

Our personnel are responsible for enforcing traffic laws, investigating traffic collisions, assisting motorists and conducting criminal interdiction on the state's interstate highways, state highways and secondary highways. The patrol force also provides local police agencies and sheriff's offices with assistance in performing other law enforcement duties as required.

Common Questions

Answers to some of the questions we hear frequently relating to trooper stops, Idaho motor laws, and more.

Join Our Team

We are looking for qualified, enthusiastic women and men to become part of the Idaho State Police family. Becoming a trooper is the first step to a rewarding and challenging career.

Need to File a Complaint?

If you feel you need to file a complaint about an ISP Officer or employee or some other issue regarding the Idaho State Police this page will explain the proper procedure for doing so.

What Should I Do If I'm Pulled Over?

Wondering what the officer is doing while you are waiting or how to file a complaint regarding a traffic stop? This link will walk you through what to expect.

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Patrol Regions

Region 1
Services in Kootenai, Benewah, Bonner, Boundary and ShoshoneCounties.

Region 2
Services in Latah, Lewis, Nez Perce, Clearwater, Adams and Idaho Counties.

Region 3
Services in Ada, Adams, Boise, Canyon, Elmore, Gem, Owyhee, Payette, Valley and Washington Counties.

Region 4
Services in Camas, Blaine, Lincoln, Gooding, Cassia, Minidoka, Jerome and Twin Falls Counties.

Region 5
Services in Bear Lake, Caribou, Franklin, Oneida, Bingham, Power and Bannock Counties.

Region 6
Services in Butte, Custer, Lemhi, Clark, Fremont, Madison, Teton, Jefferson, and Bonneville Counties.

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Idaho State Police Crash Reconstruction Program

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Need a reason to Buckle Up? Listen to this radio spot featuring Idaho State Police Trooper Shawn Klitch (.mp3 format) Idaho's updated seat belt law is in effect and troopers are citing unbuckled motorists. Click it...Don't Risk a citation...or worse! What does the law say? - Information Flyer View/download the poster View/download the billboard (To view, click the link.  To download, right-click and choose "Save Target as."  Files are in Adobe Acrobat .PDF format)

Precious Cargo!  Handle with Care! Are you Safely Buckling up your Kids? Read this article by an ISP Trooper and Certified Child Restraint Technician - .PDF format Also - Links to: Idaho Transportation Dept. - Office of Highway Safety National Highway Traffic Safety Administration