Beaverton Criminal Records Lookup
Beaverton is a large suburb west of Portland in Washington County. The city has its own municipal court that deals with misdemeanor and traffic cases. Felony cases go to the Washington County Circuit Court in Hillsboro. You can search Beaverton criminal court records through the city police department or at the county level. Oregon law treats most court files as public, so access is broad. This guide walks through how to find case data for this city.
Beaverton Criminal Court Records Overview
Beaverton splits its criminal cases between two courts. The Beaverton Municipal Court handles city code violations, low-level misdemeanors, and traffic offenses. More serious crimes go to the Washington County Circuit Court. Both courts keep records that the public can request.
The municipal court sits inside city hall. It hears cases where the charge stems from a city ordinance or state law that falls under its scope. Most cases here are Class C misdemeanors or less. The judge can impose fines and short jail terms. All case files stay on record at the court clerk's office unless a judge orders them sealed.
Washington County Circuit Court has broader reach. It takes felony cases, serious misdemeanors, and any matter that goes beyond what a municipal court can handle. Under ORS 192.311, court records are public unless sealed or restricted by law.
How to Search Beaverton Records
There are a few paths to find what you need. Start with the Oregon Judicial Department's free online tool. It lets you look up cases by name or case number across all circuit courts in the state.
Visit the Oregon Courts online search page. Type in the person's name. Pick Washington County from the court list. The results show case type, filing date, and status. This works for circuit court cases but not always for municipal court files.
For Beaverton Municipal Court cases, you may need to contact the court clerk directly. The municipal court keeps its own set of records apart from the state system. A phone call or in-person visit to city hall can get you what you need.
Note: Municipal court records may not appear in the state's online database.
Beaverton Police Records
The Beaverton Police Department keeps arrest logs, incident reports, and other law enforcement files. These are not the same as court records but can add context to a case. You can request police records through the city's records office.
The screenshot below shows the Beaverton Police records page where you can submit requests for police reports and related documents.
Response times vary based on the size of your request. Simple reports may come back in days. Large or complex requests can take longer.
Police records fall under Oregon's public records law. Under ORS 192.311 through 192.478, most police reports are open. Some parts may be redacted to protect active cases or victims. The Beaverton Police records page has forms and contact details for making a request.
Municipal Court Case Types
The Beaverton Municipal Court handles a set range of cases. Here is what falls under its scope:
- Traffic violations and citations
- City code violations
- Class C misdemeanors
- Minor in possession charges
- Disorderly conduct cases
Each case gets a unique case number. You need this number to pull up specific files. The clerk assigns it at filing. If you do not have the case number, the clerk can often look it up by name and date range.
The image below shows the Beaverton Municipal Court page, which provides information about court dates, payments, and case processing.
The court also posts scheduled hearings. Check the court calendar for upcoming dates tied to a case.
Washington County Circuit Court
Felony cases from Beaverton go to the Washington County Circuit Court. This court sits in Hillsboro, the county seat. It handles all major criminal matters for every city in Washington County.
The circuit court uses the Oregon eCourt system. This means case data is stored in a central database. You can search it through the state's online portal or through OJCIN, which offers more detailed results. OJCIN is a paid service used by those who need frequent or in-depth access.
In-person requests go to the Washington County court records office. Bring the case number or the full name of the person involved. Staff can pull up records and provide copies.
Note: OJCIN accounts require registration and charge per search or on a subscription basis.
Expungement of Beaverton Criminal Records
Oregon allows some criminal records to be set aside. This process is called expungement. Not all cases qualify. The rules depend on the type of charge and the outcome of the case.
Under ORS 137.225, a person may ask the court to set aside a conviction or arrest. The waiting period differs by offense type. Misdemeanors often have a shorter wait than felonies. Some charges, like certain sex offenses, cannot be expunged at all.
You file the motion in the court where the case was heard. For municipal court cases, that means the Beaverton Municipal Court. For circuit court cases, you file with Washington County. The Oregon Courts expungement page has forms and instructions.
State Background Check Options
The Oregon State Police run the state's criminal history program. Through OSP CJIS, you can request a person's criminal history. This pulls data from across the state, not just one city or county.
A state check covers arrests, charges, and convictions reported to OSP. It may include data from Beaverton cases as well as any other Oregon jurisdiction. This is a broader search than looking at one court's files alone.
Note: A state background check may not include pending cases or very recent filings.
Washington County Criminal Court Records
Beaverton is in Washington County. The county circuit court in Hillsboro handles all felony cases and many misdemeanor matters for the entire county. If you need a broader search beyond just Beaverton, the county court is the right place to look.