Search Clackamas County Criminal Cases

Clackamas County criminal court records are available through the Circuit Court in Oregon City. With a population over 400,000, Clackamas County operates one of the busiest court systems in Oregon. The court handles thousands of criminal cases each year, and those records are open to the public. You can search online through state databases or visit the courthouse to review files in person. The Clackamas County Circuit Court maintains detailed records of every criminal case from initial charge through final disposition.

Clackamas County Criminal Court Programs

Clackamas County runs several specialized courts within its criminal division. Recovery Court, formerly called drug court, provides an alternative path for defendants with substance use disorders. Participants go through treatment instead of serving jail time. The program produces its own set of records, including progress reports and compliance documents. These become part of the criminal court record in Clackamas County.

Mental Health Court handles cases where a defendant has a diagnosed mental health condition. This court focuses on treatment and stability. Veterans Treatment Court serves former military members facing criminal charges in Clackamas County. Both programs track participant progress, and those records are filed with the clerk. While the programs aim for rehabilitation, the underlying criminal charges remain on file unless later expunged under ORS 137.225.

Standard criminal cases in Clackamas County go through the regular division. This covers everything from theft and assault to drug possession and driving under the influence. Each case generates a file that the public can access through the court clerk.

Clackamas County Circuit Court Details

The courthouse is at 807 Main Street in Oregon City. It serves the entire county. The Clackamas County Circuit Court works with local law enforcement agencies including the Clackamas County Sheriff and municipal police departments across the county. Criminal charges from any city within Clackamas County are processed through this court.

Here is the Clackamas County Circuit Court main page with contact information and court schedules.

The court page shows current operating hours and provides phone numbers for each department in Clackamas County.

Note: Clackamas County criminal court records requests typically take 7 to 10 business days to process due to the high volume of cases.

Search Clackamas County Criminal Court Records

Online searching is the most common way people access Clackamas County criminal records. The Oregon Judicial Department free search tool provides basic case information. You can look up cases by party name or case number. Results include the case type, filing date, and next court appearance.

The OJCIN subscription portal offers a deeper look. Paid subscribers can view full docket entries, all charges, plea information, and case outcomes for Clackamas County criminal cases. This tool is widely used by legal professionals and researchers who need comprehensive data. The system updates regularly and covers all Oregon circuit courts.

For in-person access, go to the Clackamas County courthouse during business hours. The clerk can pull case files for you to review. You may also submit a records request through GovQA, the county's online request portal. This is useful when you need copies mailed to you. The process requires you to identify the case and pay any applicable fees. Standard copy fees and certified copy fees apply as set by the Oregon Judicial Department.

The Clackamas County records page below has further instructions on the request process.

This page outlines the steps to obtain copies of Clackamas County criminal court records by mail or online.

Public Access to Clackamas County Records

Oregon's public records law ensures that most criminal court records in Clackamas County are available to anyone. Under ORS 192.311, government records are presumed open. You do not need to explain why you want them. The court must provide access unless a specific exemption applies.

Exemptions are narrow. Sealed cases are not available. Juvenile records are confidential. Grand jury materials stay closed. But the standard criminal case file in Clackamas County is open. This includes the charges, plea, trial records, and sentence. Anyone can walk into the courthouse and ask to see a file. The clerk will pull it for you. This right applies equally to residents and non-residents of Clackamas County.

Clackamas County Criminal History Searches

Beyond court records, you can also check criminal history through the Oregon State Police. The OSP Criminal Justice Information Services division maintains a statewide criminal history database. This database draws from all Oregon counties, including Clackamas County. It tracks arrests, charges, and dispositions across the state.

Court records from Clackamas County and OSP criminal history records serve different purposes. Court records show what happened in a specific case. Criminal history records give a broader view of a person's contact with the justice system across Oregon. The state records portal for Clackamas County offers links to both types of searches. For local records tied to the Clackamas County Sheriff, visit the sheriff records page directly.

Note: OSP criminal history checks may require fingerprints and a fee separate from the court's copy charges.

Expungement in Clackamas County

Eligible criminal records in Clackamas County can be expunged under Oregon law. The statute is ORS 137.225. It sets out which convictions and arrests qualify and how long you must wait before filing. Misdemeanors and some felonies may be eligible after the waiting period passes.

To start the process, file a motion with the Clackamas County Circuit Court. The motion must identify the case and explain why you qualify. The district attorney reviews it and may file an objection. If there is no objection, the court may grant the motion without a hearing. If the DA objects, a hearing will be set. Once granted, the Clackamas County criminal record is sealed from public view. It will no longer appear in standard searches.

Nearby Counties

Clackamas County borders Multnomah County, Washington County, Marion County, and several others. Criminal cases are always filed in the county where the alleged crime took place. If the offense happened in a neighboring county, the records will be held there instead. Make sure you are searching the correct court for the case you need.