Oregon records over 130,000 arrests annually; law enforcement agencies in Washington County make about 4,200 of these arrests, which accounts for 3.2% of the state's total arrests. Records of these arrests are accessible to everyone under Oregon Public Records Laws, with copy fees ranging from $5 to $30. However, certain records, such as those involving juveniles, domestic violence, sexual assault, ongoing investigations, and witness safety concerns, are exempt from public disclosure. Access to these exempt records is typically restricted to specific authorized parties, including the person named on the record and other law enforcement agencies such as the County Circuit Court, District Attorney's Office, and the police.
Washington County arrest records may be accessed through several agencies, including the Washington County Sheriff's Office, local police departments, and the Oregon State Police.
Individuals seeking arrest records from the Washington County Sheriff's Office can request copies through the Public Records Division by calling (503) 846-2700 or visiting in person at:
Washington County Sheriff's Office 215 SW Adams Avenue, MS 32 Hillsboro, OR 97123
Additionally, the Sheriff's Office provides an online inmate search tool, allowing users to access selected arrest-related information.
To obtain arrest records in Washington County, individuals should contact the Police Department responsible for the city or town where the arrest occurred. Requests typically require details such as the individual's name and the arrest date, and a fee may apply. Some Police Departments provide online "Public Records" request options through their official websites or maintain recent incident logs. Major Police Departments in Washington County include:
The Oregon State Police maintains criminal records, including arrest information, from all law enforcement agencies in the state. Each request costs $33. For questions, call the Records Division at (503) 378-3070. To get these records, you can either request them online through their Records Request Portal or send a Criminal History Request form by mail with required documents and payment to:
Oregon State Police
Attn: Open Records
3565 Trelstad Ave SE
Salem, OR 97317
Records of arrests that lead to charges being brought against the offender are available at the County Circuit Court or County Justice Court. You may access these records online via Oregon's Public Records Request or in person at the courthouse where the case was filed. You will generally be required to provide a name or case number to facilitate a record search and pay a copy fee. In addition to these options, you may also access Washington County arrest records through reputable third-party websites like InfoTracer. These websites generally offer convenience, faster access, and broader search options.
Washington County had an arrest rate of 21 arrests per 1,000 residents. Below are the recorded arrest statistics for adults and juveniles in Washington County
| Arrest Type | Number of Arrests |
|---|---|
| Murder and Non-negligent Manslaughter | 3 |
| Negligent Manslaughter | 0 |
| Robbery | 42 |
| Rape | 18 |
| Aggravated Assault | 486 |
| Simple Assault | 1245 |
| Arson | 8 |
| Burglary/Breaking & Entering | 127 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 156 |
| Larceny | 892 |
| Total Crimes Against Persons (Violent Crimes) | 1,794 |
| Total Property Crimes | 1,183 |
| Total Number of Arrests | 8,743 |
Source: Oregon Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program
It is situated in Washington county, Oregon with a total number of 313 employees - 59 female, 127 male officers and 127 civilians. Washington County SO ORI (Originated Agency Identifier) number is OR0340000, it belongs to the Pacific division in the West region with a region code of Region IV.
| Department | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Beaverton Police Department | The Griffith Drive Building 4755 SW Griffith Drive | 503-526-2260 |
| Cornelius Police Department | 1311 N Barlow St | 503-359-1881 |
| Forest Grove Police Department | 2102 Pacific Ave | 503-992-3260 |
| Hillsboro Police Department | 250 SE 10th Ave | 503-681-6190 |
| North Plains Police Department | 31360 NW Commercial St | (503) 647-2604 |
| Sherwood Police Department | 20495 SW Borchers Dr | (503) 625-5523 |
| Name | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Coffee Creek Correctional Facility | 24499 Sw Grahams Ferry Road, Suite U | 503-570-6400 |
| Washington County OR Juvenile Detention | 222 N First Avenue | 503-846-3579 |