Judicial Vacancies
One of the duties vested in the Idaho Judicial Council by Idaho Code § 1-2101(3) is to nominate qualified individuals to fill vacancies in the Idaho Supreme Court, Idaho Court of Appeals, and Idaho District Courts. From the Council's list of vetted nominees, the Governor appoints judges and justices to fill these vacancies.
Judicial Vacancies
The Idaho Judicial Council accepts applications for judicial vacancies as they arise throughout the state. Vacancy announcements include eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other information for prospective applicants.
The Idaho Judicial Council is starting the process of selecting nominees to fill the vacancy created by the appointment of the Honorable Jason D. Scott to the Idaho Supreme Court.
- Public Questionnaire for the position of Third Judicial District Judge (Petty)
- Candidates for Appointment Third Judicial District
- Announcement: Judicial Council applications District Judge of the Third Judicial District
The Idaho Judicial Council is starting the process of selecting nominees to fill the vacancy created by the appointment of the Honorable Gene A. Petty to the Court of Appeals.
The Idaho Judicial Council is starting the process of selecting nominees to fill the vacancy created by the appointment of the Honorable Theodore J. Fleming to the Court of Appeals.
Judicial Council interviews for the positions of will be available to the public here: via live streaming.
The Idaho Judicial Council is starting the process of selecting nominees to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of the Honorable Patrick J. Miller.
Judicial Council interviews for the positions of will be available to the public here: via live streaming.
The Idaho Judicial Council is starting the process of selecting nominees to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of the Honorable G. Richard Bevan, effective October 30, 2026.
Judicial Council interviews for the positions of Supreme Court Justice will be available to the public here: via live streaming.
The Idaho Judicial Council is starting the process of selecting nominees to fill the vacancies created by the retirement of the Honorable David W. Gratton, effective March 31, 2026 and the Honorable Molly J. Huskey effective June 30, 2026.
Judicial Council interviews for the positions of Court of Appeals Judge will be available to the public via live streaming. To view the interviews, go to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFcecgH0vqVMHOqeAKLdWmA and click "Watch" on the Idaho Judicial Council YouTube Channel.
- Candidates for Appointment (Gratton/Huskey)
- Public Questionnaire on Qualifications of Candidates (Gratton/Huskey)
- Interview Schedule (Thursday, March 10, 2026) (Gratton/Huskey)
- Press Release: Names Submitted to Governor for Gratton (Gratton/Huskey)
- Press Release: Names Submitted to Governor for Huskey (Gratton/Huskey)
- Press Release: Governor Selections (Gratton/Huskey)
Applications for Appointment to Judicial Office
Individuals interested in judicial service may access application materials and submit them for consideration by the Idaho Judicial Council.
Compensation Package for District and Appellate Judges
Information regarding judicial salaries, benefits, retirement programs, and related employment provisions is available for prospective applicants and members of the public.