Governor Brad Little Appoints Judge Jason Scott to the Idaho Supreme Court

BOISE, ID — Idaho Governor Brad Little announced the appointment of Fourth Judicial District Judge Jason D. Scott to the Idaho Supreme Court, selecting him from a list of four finalists nominated by the Idaho Judicial Council.

Strengthening Judicial Rigor on the State High Court

Judge Scott brings over a decade of district court judicial service in Ada County and extensive prior experience in complex commercial civil litigation, water rights law, and administrative disputes. In announcing the appointment, Governor Little highlighted Judge Scott’s commitment to upholding the rule of law, interpreting the Idaho Constitution as written, and maintaining judicial independence.

Governor Little affirmed that Judge Scott’s intellect, fairness, and deep understanding of Idaho’s statutory frameworks make him exceptionally well-qualified to serve on the state’s highest bench.

Idaho State Bar and Legal Community Reaction

The Idaho State Bar Association commended the appointment, citing Judge Scott’s reputation for thorough legal analysis and courtroom temperament.

Judicial Council officials confirmed that Judge Scott will stand for election to a full six-year term at the next nonpartisan judicial primary in May 2028.

Formal Investiture Date

Justice Jason Scott will take the judicial oath of office at the Idaho Supreme Court Building in Boise on September 1, 2026.