Idaho Man Sentenced to 14 Years for Attempted Strangulation, Probation Violation

Michael Adam Bounds, 49, received a lengthy prison term for a felony conviction and related probation revocation.

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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An Idaho man named Michael Adam Bounds, 49, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison with parole eligibility after 4 years for a felony conviction of attempted strangulation. The court also revoked Bounds' probation in a separate felony case and imposed the sentence in that matter as well. Bounds has an extensive criminal history spanning over 30 years.

Why it matters

Crimes involving domestic violence and strangulation are taken very seriously by law enforcement and the courts, as they can be precursors to more severe violence. Bounds' lengthy criminal record and the severity of the latest offense likely factored into the judge's decision to impose a lengthy prison sentence.

The details

According to prosecutors, the attempted strangulation conviction stems from a December 29, 2025 incident involving a former significant other of Bounds. The incident began as a verbal altercation before Bounds choked or strangled the victim and made additional threats. Attempted strangulation is a felony punishable by up to 15 years in prison under Idaho law.

  • On December 29, 2025, the incident involving attempted strangulation occurred.
  • On February 6, 2026, Bounds was sentenced to 14 years in prison.

The players

Michael Adam Bounds

A 49-year-old Idaho man with a criminal history spanning over 30 years, including convictions for theft, possession of stolen property, trespass, harassment, forgery, criminal impersonation, unlawful possession of a firearm, interference with reporting domestic violence, assault, DUI, possession of a stolen vehicle, and trafficking in stolen property.

Kyle Singleton

The deputy prosecuting attorney who recommended the 14-year prison sentence for Bounds and prosecuted the case.

Coeur d'Alene Police Department

The law enforcement agency that investigated the incident involving Bounds.

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What they’re saying

“We must hold repeat offenders accountable and protect victims of domestic violence.”

— Kyle Singleton, Deputy Prosecuting Attorney (dailyfly.com)

What’s next

The judge's decision on Bounds' sentence and probation revocation will be final, barring any appeals.

The takeaway

This case highlights the serious consequences faced by those convicted of violent crimes, especially when they have a long history of criminal behavior. It also underscores the importance of the justice system protecting victims of domestic abuse.