With nearly eight arrests per 1,000 residents, Bonner County placed among the top 10 in Idaho for substance-related crimes last year, new data shows.

The Idaho Statistical Analysis Center has published a special research analysis of drug and alcohol trends in Idaho. The study provides an in-depth examination of crime trends from 2005 to 2024, highlighting how substance offenses have evolved over the last 20 years.

“The mission of ISAC is to disseminate research, data and statistics related to crime, illegal drugs, victim services, and the administration of justice in Idaho,” according to ISAC.

The investigative analysis highlights the shifting trends of Idaho’s substance abuse offenses, drawing the conclusion that drug-related crime is becoming more prevalent than alcohol-related offens

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