Multnomah County Criminal Records

Multnomah County criminal records are maintained by the Circuit Court, the Sheriff, and local police agencies in the Portland area. Multnomah County is Oregon's most populous county with over 800,000 residents. It includes Portland and Gresham, two of the state's largest cities. The Circuit Court handles a high volume of criminal cases each year. You can access Multnomah County criminal records in person, by mail, by email, or through online search tools. This page explains each method in detail so you can find the records you need.

Multnomah County Circuit Court Records

The Multnomah County Circuit Court is one of the busiest in Oregon. It processes thousands of criminal cases each year. The court is at 1200 SW 1st Ave in Portland. Criminal records are available in Room 03315. You can request records in person, by mail, by email at MUL.Records@ojd.state.or.us, by phone, or through an online request form.

Each criminal case file at the Multnomah County Circuit Court contains charging documents, plea entries, hearing records, and sentencing orders. Audio recordings of hearings are also available. Digital copies can be sent by email. Physical copies come on CD. The court charges $3 per email request and $3 plus $0.25 per page for printed copies. Staff can search Multnomah County criminal records by name or case number.

Call ahead to check hours before visiting. The courthouse serves all of Multnomah County from one location. This includes Portland, Gresham, Troutdale, Fairview, and Wood Village.

This page shows the methods available for requesting Multnomah County criminal records from the court.

Oregon State Criminal Records for Multnomah County

The Oregon State Police maintain a statewide criminal records database. It covers all counties, including Multnomah County. Under ORS 181A.220, state criminal records are confidential and released through specific channels. The Criminal Justice Information Services unit processes all requests.

A state record check costs $33. You can mail your request to the Oregon State Police at PO Box 4395, Portland, OR 97208-4395. The OSP CJIS Portland office also accepts requests at this address. Results take 7 to 10 business days by mail. This search covers every Oregon county. Any Multnomah County criminal records on file with the state will show up in the results.

Use this portal when you need a complete criminal history across all Oregon counties, not just Multnomah County.

Note: ORS 181A.245 governs public access to criminal offender information throughout Oregon.

Search Multnomah County Criminal Records Online

Oregon provides free and paid online tools for searching court records. The Oregon Judicial Department runs a free search tool where you can look up case details by name or case number. Multnomah County cases are included in this system. You can view charges, case status, and hearing dates at no cost.

Start here for a free look at Multnomah County criminal case information.

OJCIN Online offers deeper access for a fee. Setup costs $150 plus monthly charges. This system provides more detail than the free tool. It works well for people who need to search Multnomah County criminal records often. For most one-time searches, the free tool will be enough.

OJCIN gives the most detailed view of Multnomah County criminal records available online.

Multnomah County Sheriff Arrest Records

The Multnomah County Sheriff is at 501 SE Hawthorne Blvd in Portland. Call (503) 988-4300 for questions about arrest records. The Sheriff also runs an Inmate Data Portal where you can look up people currently in custody. This tool is available on the Sheriff website.

Arrest records from the Multnomah County Sheriff are separate from court records. An arrest record shows the initial contact with law enforcement. It lists the name, charges, and date of arrest. A court record shows what happened after charges were filed. Some arrests lead to cases. Others do not. You may need to check both to get the full picture of someone's criminal history in Multnomah County.

Local police agencies also create arrest records. The Portland Police Bureau and Gresham Police Department handle many arrests within Multnomah County. Records from these agencies may be requested through their own offices. Under ORS 181A.220, some arrest records are restricted based on case outcomes.

How to Get Multnomah County Criminal Records

You have several ways to get criminal records from Multnomah County. The method you choose depends on what you need and how fast you need it.

For court records, visit Room 03315 at 1200 SW 1st Ave in Portland. Bring your ID. The clerk can search by name or case number. You can also email your request to MUL.Records@ojd.state.or.us. Email requests cost $3 each. Printed copies cost $3 plus $0.25 per page. Mail requests are also accepted at the court address.

For a statewide criminal history check, fill out the request form on the Oregon State Police website. Include the $33 fee. Mail it to PO Box 4395, Portland, OR 97208-4395. Results arrive in 7 to 10 business days. This covers all Oregon counties, so Multnomah County criminal records on file will be included.

• Full legal name of the person
• Date of birth if known
• Case number for court searches
• Payment for copies or record check fees
• Valid photo ID for in-person visits

Note: Allow extra time for requests that involve old Multnomah County criminal records stored off-site.

Criminal Case Types in Multnomah County

Multnomah County processes a wide range of criminal cases due to its large population. Felonies are the most serious type. They include assault, robbery, drug crimes, and burglary. Misdemeanors are less severe. Common misdemeanors in Multnomah County include DUI, minor theft, and disorderly conduct. Both types create criminal records you can search.

Violations sit at the lowest level. They do not always count as criminal records. Traffic tickets and minor infractions fall in this group. The Circuit Court handles all three types. Each one creates a case file you can access through the methods on this page. Multnomah County sees more cases than most Oregon counties because of its population size.

Cities in Multnomah County

Multnomah County has several cities. All criminal cases are filed at the Multnomah County Circuit Court in Portland. The courthouse serves the entire county.

Other cities in Multnomah County include Troutdale, Fairview, Wood Village, and Maywood Park. All criminal cases from these areas go through the Multnomah County Circuit Court.

Nearby Counties

Multnomah County borders Washington County, Clackamas County, Columbia County, and Hood River County. If you are not sure which county handled a case, check the location of the alleged crime. Criminal cases in Oregon are filed in the county where the offense took place. A case in Multnomah County stays in the Multnomah County Circuit Court.