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Spirit Lake Police Department joins statewide seat belt enforcement effort through May SPIRIT LAKE, IDAHO – Spirit Lake ...
05/27/2026

Spirit Lake Police Department joins statewide seat belt enforcement effort through May

SPIRIT LAKE, IDAHO – Spirit Lake Police Department is partnering with the Idaho Transportation Department’s Office of Highway Safety (OHS) and law enforcement agencies across Idaho, urging drivers to buckle up. Now through May 31, Officers are part of a statewide enforcement effort, issuing citations to those not wearing their seat belt and educating Idahoans on the importance of all drivers and passengers buckling up.

This seat belt safety effort coincides with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Click It or Ticket campaign with law enforcement officers nationwide, as well as Memorial Day weekend – the first long weekend of the busy summer travel period.

According to OHS data, 87% of Idahoans are already making the safe choice to wear their seat belt.

“Buckling up is the easiest thing you can do to protect yourself in a crash,” said Chief Morlan. “It increases your chances of surviving by 50%. Make it a habit to buckle up every time.”

📢 PUBLIC NOTICE – CODE ENFORCEMENT UPDATE📢 Beginning April 30, 2026, the City of Spirit Lake Police Department will begi...
04/28/2026

📢 PUBLIC NOTICE – CODE ENFORCEMENT UPDATE📢
Beginning April 30, 2026, the City of Spirit Lake Police Department will begin more consistent and proactive enforcement of city code violations related to property maintenance, nuisance conditions, and vehicle/storage compliance.
The most common violations observed include, but are not limited to:
• Accumulation of junk, debris, or discarded materials on private property
• Inoperable, unlicensed, or abandoned vehicles stored on lots or in residential areas
• Improper outdoor storage or use of parking areas for non-parking purposes
• Unpermitted obstruction of public rights-of-way or storage of materials
• Improper use or occupancy of recreational vehicles or transportable dwellings
These standards are in place to help protect property values, neighborhood safety, and community appearance across the city.
A “nuisance” under city code generally includes any condition that negatively impacts surrounding properties, attracts pests, creates health hazards, or contributes to neighborhood deterioration.
For full city code details, please visit:
https://www.spiritlakeid.gov/citycode
We encourage all residents and property owners to take time now to review their properties and ensure compliance prior to enforcement beginning.
Thank you for helping keep Spirit Lake clean, safe, and a great place to live.

 

03/01/2026

🚔 DUI Enforcement🚔
On Friday (02/28/2026) around 5:00 PM, Officer Pierce arrested a DUI driver in Spirit Lake. The driver was then booked into Kootenai County Jail.

This was the 1/3 for DUI enforcement in an eight-hour period by SLPD.

Drive Sober.Arrive Safe.

🚔DUI- Enforcement Update🚔On Saturday Night (02/28/2026) at approximately 10:00PM, Corporal Trefry arrested a driver for ...
03/01/2026

🚔DUI- Enforcement Update🚔

On Saturday Night (02/28/2026) at approximately 10:00PM, Corporal Trefry arrested a driver for DUI in Spirit Lake. This marked the first DUI of Corporal Trefry’s scheduled shift, who later arrested arrested a second DUI.

The driver was booked into the Kootenai County Jail. The Spirit Lake Police Department will continue to actively enforce DUI Laws to keep the community of Spirit Lake Safe.

Please continue making positive choices- Designate a sober driver or call for a ride.

Your safety and the safety of others, matter.

03/01/2026

Spirit Lake Police department- Community Update.

In the early morning hours of Sunday(3/01/2026), SLPD officers received a report of a possible unwanted persons inside a home in the area of 3rd & Monroe Street. Spirit Lake Police, along with the help of Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office, responded promptly to the residence.

After a thorough investigation, it was determined that no one was inside was inside the home and no crime had occurred.

We appreciate the community’s vigilance in reporting suspicious activity. If you see something that concerns you, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Stay safe, Spirit Lake.

🚔Another DUI Arrest in Spirit LakeJust after midnight on Saturday(02/28/2026), SLPD Corporal Trefry made a second DUI ar...
03/01/2026

🚔Another DUI Arrest in Spirit Lake

Just after midnight on Saturday(02/28/2026), SLPD Corporal Trefry made a second DUI arrest while on shift. This is the third DUI arrest for the weekend. The driver was booked into the Kootenai County Jail.

🚫 Zero Tolerance for DUI

The Spirit Lake Police Department is fully committed to enforcing Idaho State DUI laws.

Your choices impact our entire community.

🧠Plan Ahead:
*🍻Don’t drink and drive.
*🚗Designate a sober Driver.
*📱Call someone for a safe ride.

💸It’s never worth the risk-legal fees, bond, towing, impound, missed work…. or someone’s life.

Let’s keep Spirit Lake Safe! 💙

02/25/2026

Kootenai County Sheriff Department Undersheriff Nelson will be swearing in all Spirit Lake Police Department Officers today at 3pm to provide us with our Deputization cards. As a City, we look forward to continuing our close relationship with the Sheriffs Department to provide our community with the best service.

Please contact Spirit Lake Police Department if you are or know the owner of this dog. (208)623-2701
02/02/2026

Please contact Spirit Lake Police Department if you are or know the owner of this dog. (208)623-2701

01/08/2026

**ATTENTION SPIRIT LAKE RESIDENTS**
Please move all vehicles, trash cans (with the exception of trash pick up days) parked on public streets or in swells to ensure City employees can snow plow without any interference. Our code enforcement Officer will be out to conduct compliance checks going forward and if violations are observed you may be cited. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding

**UPDATE**With the help of Bonner County Sheriffs Department the suspect has been identified and interviewed. We thank t...
12/24/2025

**UPDATE**
With the help of Bonner County Sheriffs Department the suspect has been identified and interviewed. We thank the community for their help in this matter. All reports will be submitted to the Prosecutors Office for review.

**ATTENTION**

City of Spirit Lake, Idaho
POLICE DEPARTMENT
6159 W. Maine Street Spirit Lake, ID 83869

Contact: Lt. Eric Reade
December 24, 2025
Office: 208-623-2701
[email protected]

SLPD Investigates Home Invasion

On Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at approximately 01:36 AM, Spirit Lake Police Officers responded to a report of an individual entering a residence in the 5900 block of Washington Street. The homeowner confronted the suspect and the suspect fled from the location traveling west toward 6th Avenue. The suspect is reported to be a White Male, 5’10” to 6’0” tall with a think build, scruffy facial hair with dark hair in a military style buzz cut.

The suspect was last seen wearing a black work-style jacket with high visibility strips, dark colored pants with a large metallic belt buckle (possibly shaped like an eagle), and dark shoes. The suspect is believed to be driving a white 2017 Subaru STI with loud modified exhaust with white wheels and dark window tint. (See below)

If you recognize the vehicle in the pictures or if you are a Spirit Lake resident that has the vehicle on camera, you are encouraged to contact the Spirit Lake Police Department at 208-623-2701 referencing case number 25-SL6270.

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6159 W Maine Street
Spirit Lake, ID
83869

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