Unwanted medications and old prescriptions can be dropped off at area law enforcement offices for free and safe disposal. Boise City Police, Ada County Sheriff’s Office, and Garden City Police will each offer a "no questions asked" medications collection bin in the lobby of their respective headquarters.
You may also bring unwanted medications and old prescriptions to any Household Hazardous Waste Collections Site. Federal regulations prohibit any of the household hazardous waste collection sites or the Ada County Hidden Hollow Sanitary Landfill from accepting controlled substances. So, ask your pharmacist to assist you in determining if your prescription qualifies as a controlled substance.
By participating in this program, you will protect the Boise River's water quality and reduce the potential for medication mistakes and misuse in our community.
Program Guidelines
- Items can be dropped off at any location during business hours.
- Medications may be bagged.
- Liquid containers must be sealed in a plastic bag to prevent spills. Do not pour liquids into the collection bin.
- Medications must fit into the drop chute. If the container is too large, please ask at the counter for assistance.
Program Does Not Accept
- Sharps or Syringes (See Sharps Disposal page for information)
- Aerosol Cans
- Bloody or Infectious Waste
- Hydrogen Peroxide
- Thermometers
- IV Bags
Drop Off Locations:
- Boise City Police
Boise City Hall West
333 N. Sailfish 83704
8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday - Ada County Sheriff’s Office
7225 Barrister Dr. 83704
24 hours per day, 7 days a week - Garden City Police Department
301 E 50th 83714
8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday