Search Union County Criminal Records

Union County criminal records are held by the Circuit Court and the Sheriff in northeast Oregon. The county seat is La Grande, a small city set in the Grande Ronde Valley. Union County criminal records cover felony and misdemeanor cases filed in the local court system. You can access these records through state databases, online search tools, or by contacting the court and sheriff offices in La Grande. This page explains each method and gives you the contact details you need to start your search for Union County criminal records.

Union County Circuit Court Criminal Records

The Union County Circuit Court is in La Grande at 1001 4th Street. This court hears all criminal cases in Union County. Felonies, misdemeanors, and violations are all filed here. The clerk keeps records for each case from filing through final judgment. You can visit in person to view or copy criminal records on file.

Criminal records at the Union County Circuit Court include indictments, plea documents, trial notes, and sentencing orders. The court also provides audio copies of hearings on request. If you need a copy of a specific record, the court clerk can pull the file. Call the court at (541) 963-1016 to check hours and ask what you need to bring. Most requests at the Union County court can be filled the same day if the file is not in storage.

The Union County Circuit Court website has more details on how to reach the clerk and what services are offered.

This page lists the court address, phone number, and links to forms you may need when requesting Union County criminal records.

Oregon State Criminal Records for Union County

The Oregon State Police run a statewide criminal records program that covers all counties, including Union County. Under ORS 181A.220, criminal records held by the state are confidential and access goes through set channels. The main way to get a state-level check is through the Criminal Justice Information Services unit.

A state record check costs $33. You send your request to the Oregon State Police at PO Box 4395, Portland, OR 97208-4395. Results take 7 to 10 business days by mail. This search covers all Oregon counties. Any Union County criminal records on file with the state will show up in the results. You can also go in person to 3565 Trelstad Ave SE in Salem during business hours.

This state portal is the best option when you need a complete criminal history across all Oregon counties, not just Union County.

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

Search Union County Criminal Records Online

Oregon offers free and paid tools to search court records online. The Oregon Judicial Department runs a free search tool that lets you look up case details by name or case number. Union County cases are in this system. You can find charge information, case status, and hearing dates at no cost.

Start here if you want to look up a Union County case without paying a fee.

For deeper access, Oregon also offers OJCIN Online. This is a paid system with setup and monthly fees. OJCIN gives you more detail than the free tool. It is most useful for people who need to search Union County criminal records on a regular basis. Casual users will find the free search tool enough for most needs.

OJCIN is best for frequent users who search Union County criminal records often.

Note: The free search tool shows basic case data, while OJCIN provides full case documents and records.

Union County Sheriff Records

The Union County Sheriff handles law enforcement for the county. The office is at 1109 K Avenue in La Grande. You can call (541) 963-1017 to ask about arrest records. When someone is arrested in Union County, the Sheriff creates a record of the event. This includes the name, charges, and date of arrest.

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

Under Oregon law, some arrest records are public. Others may be restricted based on the outcome of the case. If charges were dropped or the person was found not guilty, access may be limited under ORS 181A.220. The Union County Sheriff can tell you what is available for a specific request.

How to Get Union County Criminal Records

Getting criminal records from Union County takes a few steps. First, decide what type of record you need. Court records come from the Circuit Court. Arrest records come from the Sheriff. Statewide criminal history checks come from the Oregon State Police.

For court records, visit the Union County Circuit Court at 1001 4th Street in La Grande. Bring your ID. Tell the clerk what case or person you are looking for. The clerk will search by name or case number. Copies cost a small fee per page. Certified copies cost more than plain ones. The court also provides audio copies of hearings if you need them. You can call (541) 963-1016 to ask about mailing records.

For a state criminal history check on someone in Union County, fill out the request form on the OSP website. Include the $33 fee. Mail it to PO Box 4395, Portland, OR 97208-4395. Results arrive in 7 to 10 business days.

Here is what you may need to provide:

• 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

Union County Criminal Case Types

Union County handles a range of criminal cases. Felonies are the most serious. They include crimes like assault, drug offenses, burglary, and theft of high value. Misdemeanors are less severe but still create a criminal record in Union County. Common misdemeanors include driving under the influence, minor theft, and disorderly conduct.

Violations are the lowest level. They do not always count as criminal records. Traffic tickets and minor infractions fall here. The Circuit Court handles all three types. Each one creates a case file you can look up through the methods on this page.

Note: Sealed or expunged records in Union County will not appear in public searches.

Nearby Counties

Union County borders Baker County, Wallowa County, Umatilla County, and Grant County. If you are not sure where a case was filed, check the location of the alleged crime. Criminal cases in Oregon are filed in the county where the offense took place. A case in Union County stays in the Union County Circuit Court.