Washington County, Oregon Arrest Records

Generally, arrest records are documents created by law enforcement agencies to record the arrest and booking of individuals suspected of criminal acts. In Washington County, the Sheriff’s Office and local law enforcement agencies, such as the Beaverton and Hillsboro Police Departments, maintain arrest records to account for individuals arrested within their jurisdictions. Oregon permits public access to arrest records according to Chapter 192 of the Oregon Revised Statutes (Oregon Public Records Law). In addition to the state’s Public Records Law, Oregon maintains a separate framework for criminal offender and criminal history information. Chapter 181A of the Oregon Revised Statutes outlines how law enforcement agencies handle criminal history information.

Are Arrest Records Public Information in Washington, Oregon?

Yes, arrest records are public in Washington County. The Oregon Public Records Act guarantees public access to most government records (including arrest records). Likewise, Section 192.345 of the Oregon Revised Statutes stipulates that “records of arrest or report of a crime shall be disclosed”, unless there is a clear need to delay disclosure to protect a specific investigation or victim. 

What Do Public County Arrest Records Contain?

Under Oregon's laws, public access to arrest records balances the public's right to know with the necessities of law enforcement. Consequently, only information that will not compromise active investigations and public safety is disclosable. A public-facing Washington County arrest record contains:

• The full name, age, and physical description of the arrestee 
• The specific offenses of Oregon's statute that the individual is alleged to have violated
• Arrest date, time, and location
• The name of the arresting agency 
• Brief factual note on the arrest. For instance, whether the individual resisted arrest or if weapons were used
• Conditions of release.

Notwithstanding public access to Washington County’s arrest records, Oregon permits custodians of these documents to withhold data whose disclosure will compromise privacy, the victim's safety, or the integrity of a trial. Likewise, the public cannot access juvenile records or information sealed or expunged by judicial orders. 

Washington County,  Oregon Arrest Search

Information seekers can bypass county-level tools by accessing state and federal repositories for Washington County’s arrest records. For a non-refundable $33.00 fee per search, interested parties can perform name-based searches for Washington County’s arrest details through the Oregon State Police (OSP) Open Records Portal. Additionally, the OSP provides fingerprint-based access to arrest information through its Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Criminal History Record Checks. Individuals can also search for Washington County’s arrest records as part of criminal case files through the Oregon Judicial Case Information Network.

In addition to state resources, record seekers can use PACER (Public Access to Court Electronic Records) to search for information about Washington County arrests that resulted in prosecutions at federal courts. This federal resource may provide access to arrest information through legal documents and case dockets. Likewise, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) maintains a nationwide criminal information database. Inquirers can access their rap sheets (including arrest information) through an FBI Identity History Summary Checks request.

Washington County Inmate Locator

Individuals seeking access to Washington County arrest records should:

• Visit the Washington County Sheriff’s Office website. 
• Locate and click the “Who Is In Custody”.
• On the subsequent page, click the reCAPTCHA box to access the search interface.
• Click the first letter of the subject's name from the alphabet list to streamline the results. 
• Review the search result, then identify and click the name of the specific individual to view their full arrest details.

For offline access to Washington County arrest records, contact the Washington County Sheriff’s Office at:

215 SW Adams Avenue, 

Hillsboro, 

CO 97123

Phone: (503) 846-2700, (503) 846-6826 (jail/inmate information).

Active Warrant Search in Washington County

An arrest warrant is a legal order issued by a court to empower law enforcement officers to apprehend and bring a named individual before the court. Per Section 133.110 of the Oregon Revised Statutes, an arrest warrant is issued when a person is charged with a crime, disregards court orders, or fails to appear for a scheduled court date. Arrest warrants must be specific.  Consequently, a Washington County arrest warrant must outline:

• The defendant's name and physical description (if known)
• The specific criminal charges against the individual 
• Date of issuance 
• Signature of the issuing magistrate/judge. 

After local courts issue arrest warrants in Washington County, the Sheriff’s Office enters the data into law enforcement databases, executes the order, and maintains the records. 

Washington County’s arrest warrants are public under the Oregon Public Records Law. While the Washington County Sheriff’s Office maintains an internal warrant database, it is not publicly accessible.

Record seekers can access details about inmates arrested on warrants through the Washington County Sheriff’s Office “Who Is In Custody” portal. Alternatively, individuals can use Public Access Terminals at the Washington County Courthouse to search for warrant-related cases or log in to the Oregon Judicial Case Information Network. Verification of warrant status in Washington County typically requires:

• Full legal name of the individual 
• Case number 
• Date of birth. 

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office will not confirm warrants over the phone. Public inquiries regarding active warrants in Washington County are restricted for safety and security reasons; individuals with active warrants are required to turn themselves in at the agency's office. 

Agency / Resource	Purpose	Search Methods	Notes
Washington County Sheriff’s Office	Maintains and serves warrants	in person	No online lookup  Phone confirmation is not available
Washington County Circuit Court	Issues warrants and maintains official case files	In person (Public Access Terminals), online (Oregon Judicial Case Information Network)	Free computer terminals for public use at the courthouse
Washington County Jail	Manages Custody and booking records	Online (inmate search)	Individuals can verify if a warrant has been served and the defendant is in custody.

How to Find Arrest Records for Free in Washington County

There are a few options for free access to arrest records in Washington County. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office's Who Is In Custody portal provides access to arrest information at no cost. Information seekers can use this free tool to access arrest details through the county’s jail roster. The Oregon Judicial Department (OJD) may also provide free access to arrest information through its Records and Calendar Search portal. This search tool permits free access to records that are within the court system. 

Washington County Arrest Report

In Washington County, arrest reports (or police reports) are official documents created by arresting officers after arrests. An arrest report is a first-person narrative of an arrest incident. Unlike arrest records, which are high-level summaries of arrest incidents, a Washington County arrest report is a highly structured, professional, and clinical description of the circumstances surrounding an arrest. 

Arrest reports provide more detailed information than arrest records. In addition to administrative, case, and identification data, a Washington County arrest report contains:

• The officer’s narratives, which include: 
  • Initial observations upon arrival at the scene
  • Description of how the suspect behaved and what was said
  • Details of evidence found. For instance, drugs or stolen property
  • Description of the physical arrest process (whether force was used)
• Evidence list, recovered property, and vehicle data (if a car was involved)
• Statements and interviews. For example 
  • Whether the arresting officer read the Miranda rights to the suspect 
  • Mention of body-worn camera or dashcam recording of the arrest event 
  • Witnesses’ statements.

While Oregon classifies arrest reports as public records, these documents contain investigative narratives and witness statements, making them harder to obtain than arrest records. Washington County’s arrest reports are not accessible through free-tier tools. Furthermore, law enforcement agencies will redact sensitive information from publicly accessible copies of these documents and will withhold access to those related to active cases.

How to Get an Arrest Record Expunged in Washington County

Oregon refers to expungement as “Motion to Set Aside”; this process is a hybrid of sealing and erasure. The state allows Motion to Set Aside for:

• Most Class A, B, and C misdemeanors 
• Non-person Class C and B felonies 
• Marijuana offenses.  

Oregon's Senate Bill 397 states that an arrest record qualifies for a set aside if:

• It results in a dismissal or acquittal 
• No charges were filed
• The owner completes the sentence for the crime, including probation, fines, and restitution.

Additionally, the following waiting periods apply:

• Classes B and C misdemeanors - 1 year
• Class A misdemeanor - 3 years
• Class C felonies - 5 years
• Non-person Class B felonies - 7 years.

To set aside a Washington County arrest record:

• Obtain the case disposition documents through Public Access Terminals at the Washington County Courthouse or the Oregon Judicial Department.
• Submit a fingerprint card to the Oregon State Police for criminal history verification.
• File a Motion to Set Aside with the Washington County Circuit Court.
• Wait for the Washington County District Attorney to review the application. The DA has a 90-day window to object to the petition. If the District Attorney’s Office objects to the petition, the court will schedule a hearing.
• Attend any hearing related to the petition to answer questions and counter objections.

While setting aside is the primary path to erasure of criminal records under Oregon's statutes, there are alternative routes. In rare cases, the Governor of Oregon can grant a pardon for older non-violent offenses where the individual shows exceptional rehabilitation. Additionally, individuals can expunge their juvenile record under Section 419A.260 of the Oregon Revised Statutes once they turn 18, provided they have no subsequent convictions. 

How Do You Remove Washington County Arrest Records From the Internet?

Removing a Washington County arrest record from the internet means making it inaccessible through official and third-party online platforms. While a Set Aside Declaration by the Washington County Circuit Court makes the record unavailable through government agencies and official search tools, the information may appear on private websites if the arrestee does not take additional steps to hide it from the public. 

To remove a Washington County arrest record from the internet:

• Set aside the record through the Washington County Circuit Court and obtain certified copies of the court order.
• Identify the online publishers of the arrest record and gather the exact links (URLs) where the information appears.
• Draft removal requests and cite Section 133.875 of the Oregon Revised Statutes (mugshots) or Section 646A.806 of the Oregon Revised Statutes (arrest information). The requests should include digital copies of the Set-Aside order and proof of dismissal or acquittal.
• Submit removal requests through “Opt-Out” or “Privacy” links. Alternatively, submit the requests through their “Contact Us” email.