The Idaho law enforcement job you’ve probably never heard of

The Idaho law enforcement job you’ve probably never heard of

From It's Worth Mentioning by Rett Nelson

July 13, 2026 · 34 min · Season 2 · Episode 21

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Cody Burlile discusses his role as the Idaho State Brand Inspector and the unique history of the position.

After eight years as the Idaho State Brand Inspector, Cody Burlile says he gets to work with "the best people in the country," and that’s what makes the job worthwhile. In Idaho, the state brand inspector helps verify cattle ownership and investigates cattle thefts and mutilations. Several active cases are going on right now. RELATED | Cattle ‘suffered’ after being shot, left to die on Idaho rangeland, police say Burlile joins Rett Nelson on “It’s Worth Mentioning” from his office in Meridian to talk about how he was hired for the position, his daily role, and how the position came into existence. It’s a title with a unique history dating back to 1939. Burlile helps shed light on this little-known law enforcement position and how it’s evolved through the years. To learn more, call the brand inspector’s office at (208) 884-7070, (800) 772-8442 or email Cody.Burlile@isp.idaho.gov . Watch previous episodes of “It’s Worth Mentioning” here . Check out the show on Facebook . If you have a tip, guest idea or comment, email rett@eastidahonews.com.

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Host: Rett Nelson

Guest: Cody Burlile

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Organizations: Idaho State Brand Inspector

Places: Idaho, Meridian

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