Washington County Criminal Records

Washington County criminal records are maintained by the Circuit Court and the Sheriff in northwest Oregon. The county is part of the Portland metro area, with its county seat in Hillsboro. Washington County criminal records cover felony and misdemeanor cases filed in one of the busiest court systems in the state. You can access these records through local offices, state databases, or online tools. This page explains each method and gives you the contact details you need to search Washington County criminal records.

Washington County Circuit Court Criminal Records

The Washington County Circuit Court Records Department is at 150 N 1st Avenue, Room 110J, in Hillsboro. This court hears all criminal cases in Washington 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.

Criminal records at the Washington County Circuit Court include charging documents, plea entries, trial records, and sentencing orders. Each case file holds a full history of events from start to finish. Washington County is one of the largest counties in Oregon, so the court handles a high volume of cases each year. Staff can help you find what you need, but wait times may be longer than at smaller courts.

You can also request records by email. Send a message to Mul.Records@ojd.state.or.us with the full name, date of birth or conviction date, and the approximate filing year. The court will search and respond with what they find.

This page lists the court address, contact details, and instructions for requesting Washington County criminal records.

Washington County Sheriff Criminal Records

The Washington County Sheriff has a dedicated Criminal Records Section. It is at 215 SW Adams Avenue in Hillsboro. You can call (503) 846-2524 or email wcsocr@washingtoncountyor.gov to ask about arrest records, criminal history, or fingerprinting services.

When someone is arrested in Washington County, the Sheriff creates a record. This includes the person's name, the charges, and the 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 Washington County.

The Sheriff also offers fingerprinting by appointment. The fee is $27. This service is used for criminal record checks that require prints. Call ahead to set up your appointment at the Washington County Sheriff's office.

The Sheriff records page explains what types of criminal records are available and how to request them in Washington County.

Washington County has three sheriff precincts that cover different parts of the county:

• West Precinct (HQ): 215 SW Adams Ave, Hillsboro, (503) 846-2700
• East Precinct: 3700 SW Murray Blvd, Beaverton, (503) 846-5900
• Bethany Precinct: 4876 NW Bethany Blvd, Portland, (503) 846-5570

Note: Hillsboro PD, Beaverton PD, and Tigard PD also handle arrests in their areas of Washington County.

Oregon State Records for Washington County

The Oregon State Police run a statewide criminal records program. It covers all counties, including Washington County. Under ORS 181A.220, criminal records held by the state are confidential. 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. 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, so any Washington County criminal records on file with the state will show up in the results.

Use this state portal when you need a criminal history that spans all Oregon counties, not just Washington County.

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

Search Washington County Records Online

Oregon offers free and paid tools to search court records online. The Oregon Judicial Department runs a free search tool. It lets you look up case details by name or case number. Washington 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 Washington 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. Given the high volume of cases in Washington County, OJCIN can be a useful tool for people who need to search criminal records on a regular basis.

You can learn more about OJCIN at the Oregon Judicial Department OJCIN page. Casual users will find the free search tool enough for most needs in Washington County.

How to Get Washington County Criminal Records

Getting criminal records from Washington County depends on the 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 Washington County Circuit Court at 150 N 1st Avenue in Hillsboro. 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. You can also email the records department at Mul.Records@ojd.state.or.us with the full name, date of birth or conviction date, and approximate filing year.

For the Sheriff's records, contact the Criminal Records Section at (503) 846-2524. They handle arrest records and can tell you what is available. For a state criminal history check, fill out the request form on the OSP website with the $33 fee.

Here is what you may need to provide:

• Full legal name of the person
• Date of birth or conviction date
• Approximate filing year
• Case number if known
• Payment for copies or fees

Washington County Criminal Case Types

Washington County handles a large volume 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. 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 in Washington County. Traffic tickets and minor infractions fall here. The Circuit Court handles all three types. Each one creates a case file that you can look up through the methods on this page. Because Washington County is part of the Portland metro area, the court sees a higher number of filings than most Oregon counties.

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

Cities in Washington County

Washington County has several cities and towns. All criminal cases are filed at the Washington County Circuit Court in Hillsboro. The court serves the entire county from one location.

Other communities in Washington County include Aloha, Tualatin, Sherwood, and Forest Grove. All criminal cases from these areas are filed at the Washington County Circuit Court.

Nearby Counties

Washington County borders Multnomah County, Clackamas County, Yamhill County, Columbia County, and Tillamook 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 Washington County stays in the Washington County Circuit Court.