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certifies those facilities in compliance with constitutionally mandated standards. A jail compliance plan is initiated for those jails not in compliance. The Association is involved in the legislative process working with law enforcement officers, prosecutors and other interested parties to ensure appropriate legislation is passed that supports citizen safety.

The Association administers the VINE (victim information notification everyday) program in Idaho. Victim's of crime can register to be notified of the incarceration status of their offender 24/7. In addition, we work closely with DEA on outdoor marijuana grow investigations. The Association reimburses sheriffs for their time and aircraft cost in identifying and eradicating marijuana fields with funds made available by the DEA.

The Association officially meets quarterly: February, June, September and December.

The February conference is in conjunction with the Idaho Association of Counties during the Idaho legislative session. The meeting is held in Boise.

The June conference is held in different locations throughout the state and the Association holds its annual Sheriff's Memorial Golf Tournament at this conference. The funds from the tournament go towards scholarships to Idaho children. The June conference focuses on training to sheriffs and staff. Vendors meet with sheriffs during this conference.

The September conference is held in various locations throughout the state and is held in conjuction with the Idaho Association of Counties. This is not a full working conference as only the Idaho Sheriffs' Association's Board of Directors attend this conference.

The December meeting is held in Boise and focuses on up-coming legislation and training. Vendors meet with sheriffs during this conference.

Idaho Off Highway Vehicle Program is sponsored by Parks and Recreation and provides funding to sheriffs who enforce violations involving 4-wheelers and other motorized off-road machines. An additional fee of $1.00 is charged at registration and can be designated by the registrant to go to the county where the person recreates. However, sheriffs must have an approved enforcement and education program in place to receive the funds.