Gresham Criminal Records Access
Gresham criminal records are processed through the Multnomah County court system. Gresham sits east of Portland in Multnomah County and is one of the larger cities in the metro area. The Gresham Police Department handles local law enforcement. However, Gresham does not have a municipal court. All criminal cases from Gresham go directly to the Multnomah County Circuit Court. This means criminal records for Gresham cases are held at the same courthouse that serves Portland and other Multnomah County cities. This page explains how to find criminal records from Gresham.
Gresham Criminal Records Quick Facts
Gresham Police Department Records
The Gresham Police Department is the primary law enforcement agency for the city. Officers respond to calls, investigate crimes, and make arrests within the Gresham city limits. Each of these actions creates records that become part of the Gresham criminal records system.
Police reports from Gresham cases stay with the Gresham Police Department. The court does not hold police reports. If you need a copy of a police report from a Gresham incident, contact the police department directly. Visit their website at greshamoregon.gov/Departments/Police-Department for details on how to submit a records request.
Arrest records show that a person was taken into custody by Gresham police. They list the date, the charges, and the basic facts of the arrest. An arrest record is not proof of guilt. It is just a record that the arrest took place. Many arrests do not lead to charges or convictions.
Note: Gresham does not have a municipal court, so all criminal charges go straight to the Multnomah County Circuit Court for prosecution.
Gresham Criminal Court Records
Since Gresham has no municipal court, every criminal case from the city goes to the Multnomah County Circuit Court. This is the same court that handles cases from Portland, Troutdale, and all other cities in the county. The court is in downtown Portland.
Court records for Gresham criminal cases include charging documents, arraignment records, plea entries, motions, orders, and sentencing documents. These are all public records. Anyone can go to the courthouse and search for Gresham cases at the public access terminals. You can search by name or case number.
You can also reach the court records division by email at MUL.Records@ojd.state.or.us. Provide the case number if you have it. The staff can tell you what documents are in the file and how to get copies. Fees apply for copies of Gresham criminal records from the court.
The Multnomah County Circuit Court records page has instructions for searching criminal records.
This page from the Multnomah County Circuit Court covers how to access criminal records for Gresham and other cities in the county.
Searching Gresham Criminal Records Online
Oregon eCourt Case Information, or OECI, is the state online court records system. It covers the Multnomah County Circuit Court where Gresham cases are filed. You can search OECI by name or case number to find case details, charges, hearing dates, and the current status of a case.
Access OECI through the Oregon Judicial Department at courts.oregon.gov. A small fee applies for full case lookups. Basic case calendar data may be free. This is the fastest way to look up Gresham criminal records from home.
The Oregon Judicial Department provides online tools for searching court records across the state.
The Oregon Judicial Department online records page gives access to court data for Gresham cases at the Multnomah County Circuit Court.
For deeper access, OJCIN offers a subscription service at courts.oregon.gov. It costs $150 to set up plus per-transaction fees. Most people searching for a single Gresham criminal record will find OECI to be enough.
Oregon State Criminal History for Gresham
The Oregon State Police maintain the statewide criminal history database through their CJIS unit. This database includes records from the Gresham Police Department and every other law enforcement agency in the state. A state check pulls records from all of Oregon, not just Gresham.
State criminal records are confidential under ORS 181A.220. The law limits who can access these records. ORS 181A.245 lists the specific parties and purposes that qualify for access to state criminal history data.
A state criminal history check costs $33. It takes 7 to 10 business days to process. You can start a request at oregon.gov/osp/programs/cjis. Mail-in requests go to PO Box 4395, Portland, OR 97208-4395.
The Oregon State Police CJIS page explains the criminal history check process.
The OSP CJIS website details how to request a state criminal history check that includes Gresham records.
Gresham and the County Court System
Some Oregon cities have their own municipal courts. Gresham does not. This is an important detail when you search for Gresham criminal records. There is no city-level court to check. Every criminal charge from Gresham goes to the county level.
The Multnomah County Circuit Court handles all case types for Gresham. Felonies, misdemeanors, and violations all go to the same court. This makes searching simpler in some ways. You only need to check one court for all Gresham criminal records. There is no split between a city court and a county court.
The downside is that the Multnomah County Circuit Court is in Portland. Gresham residents who want to visit the courthouse in person must travel to downtown Portland. But online access through OECI makes it possible to search from anywhere.
Types of Gresham Criminal Records
Gresham criminal records fall into clear categories. Each type is held by a different agency.
- Police reports from the Gresham Police Department
- Arrest and booking records
- Court case files at Multnomah County Circuit Court
- Sentencing orders and judgments
- State criminal history from Oregon State Police
Police records cover what happened before charges were filed. Court records track the legal case from charging through the final outcome. State records combine data from all agencies. Each layer adds detail to the full picture of a Gresham criminal case.
Court records at the Multnomah County Circuit Court are public. State records under ORS 181A.220 are restricted. Police reports may be public or restricted depending on the case status and type.
Note: Expunged and sealed records are removed from public view in Oregon. A set-aside order clears the record from public searches.
Getting Copies of Gresham Records
There are three main paths to get copies of Gresham criminal records.
For police reports, contact the Gresham Police Department. They hold all reports generated by their officers. Visit their website or call for details on the request process and any fees.
For court records, go to the Multnomah County Circuit Court. You can search at the public terminals and request copies from the clerk. Email the records division at MUL.Records@ojd.state.or.us if you prefer not to visit in person. Fees apply for both plain and certified copies of Gresham criminal records.
The OJCIN online system also provides access to Gresham case data.
OJCIN provides subscription-based access to detailed court records for Gresham and all other Oregon jurisdictions.
For a full state criminal history, request a check from Oregon State Police. The cost is $33 and it covers all agencies across the state. Mail your request to PO Box 4395, Portland, OR 97208-4395.
Multnomah County Criminal Records
Gresham is in Multnomah County. All criminal cases from Gresham are heard at the Multnomah County Circuit Court. The court also serves Portland, Troutdale, Fairview, and Wood Village. For more on the county court system and access to criminal records across the full county, visit the Multnomah County criminal records page.