Hood River County Court Records

In Hood River County, Oregon, court records comprise official documentation of the county's trial court proceedings maintained by record custodians. These documents provide comprehensive accounts of county litigations, including case filings, hearing information, orders, and judgments. Requesters may also find Hood River County arrest records as a subset of the court records in situations where arrest incidents resulted in criminal court cases.

Are Court Records Public in Hood River County?

Under the Oregon Public Records Law, Hood County court records are public, except otherwise excluded by law or judicial order. Anyone may request to view, inspect, or make copies of nonexempt public records, including Hood County court records. Nonetheless, specific court-related records are inaccessible to the public to safeguard privacy, ensure fair trials, and preserve the integrity of legal proceedings. Such exemptions include juvenile records, adoption and guardianship records, victim or witness information in certain criminal cases, and records of specific law enforcement investigations and activities exempt from public access.

Hood River County Court Records Search

Requesters conducting a general search of Hood River County court records may access them through the Oregon Judicial Case Information Network (OJCIN). Searches on this statewide portal typically provide online access to circuit courts' civil, criminal, family, and probate case records, including the Hood River County Circuit Court. Interested parties may also visit the Hood River County Circuit Courthouse to search via available public terminals.

Hood River County Courts

The Oregon trial court system consists of Circuit, Municipal, Justice, and Tax Courts. The following are the addresses of the many types of courts that make up the Hood River County court system:

Hood River County Circuit Court
309 State Street, Hood River, OR 97031
Phone: (541) 386-3535

Cascade Locks Municipal Court
140 SW WaNaPa Street, P.O. Box 308, Cascade Locks, OR 97014
Phone: (541) 374-8484
Fax: (541) 374-8752

Hood River Municipal Court
211 2nd Street, Hood River, OR 97031
Phone: (541) 386-3942
Fax: (541) 387-5575

Hood River County Justice Court
440 WaNaPa Street, P.O. Box 536, Cascade Locks, OR 97014
Phone: (541) 374-8558
Fax: (541) 374-8121

Hood River County Criminal and Civil Records

Requesters may access Hood River County criminal and civil court records through the Oregon Judicial Department's online case search (court dates, party names, case activity) or subscribe to OJCIN Online for comprehensive court records.

Requesters may also submit a record request form to the Hood River County Circuit Court for civil and criminal records. Criminal records include Hood River County arrest records, case filings, and outcomes. Civil records encompass disputes, family law, probate, and other civil matters.

Individuals possessing a party's name or case number may request copies in person, by mail, or by email. Copies of documents are $3.00 + $0.25 per page for standard copies and $5.00 + $0.25 per page for certified copies.

Hood River County Marriage Records

The Oregon Health Authority's Vital Records Office maintains and issues certified copies of marriage records in person or by mail. Interested persons may also order certified marriage certificates by phone or online through the state-authorized vendor.

To obtain marriage records from the Vital Records Office, eligible requesters must provide a valid ID, a completed record request form, and the necessary fee ($25.00 per certified copy). Accepted payment methods include checks or money orders payable to the OHA/Vital Records.

Applicants may mail or drop off their request packets at the following addresses:

Mail to:
Oregon Vital Records
P.O. Box 14050
Portland, OR 97293-0050

Drop Box Location:
800 NE Oregon St
Portland OR 97232

Hood River County Divorce Records

The Hood River County Clerk's Office and the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) maintain Hood River County divorce records.

Eligible requesters seeking divorce record request by mail or drop box, the request packet must include a copy of acceptable proof of ID, the completed application form, relevant fees ($25.00 for a certified copy), and a self-addressed stamped envelope, must be sent to the Vital Record Division at the address above.

At the county level, eligible applicants seeking divorce records should visit the Hood River Circuit Courthouse for case details of divorces handled by the court. They may also check the court's records page for additional information.

Hood River Birth Records

Eligible parties may request certified copies of Hood River County birth records from the Hood River County Health Department (for births within the previous 6 months) in person or by mail. They may also purchase certified birth certificates online, by Phone: (through a state-authorized vendor), by mail, or in person.

The Vital Records Office charges $25.00 for a certified computer-issued (short form) birth certificate and $30.00 for a certified full image (long form) birth certificate.

Requests using the mail or drop box options must mail a completed birth certificate application form, a photocopy of their valid photo ID, and the relevant fee to the Office of Vital Records at the address above.

Hood River Death Records

Eligible requesters may obtain certified copies of death certificates for individuals who passed away in Hood River County within the past six months in person or by mail from the Hood River County Health Department. The Health Department charges $25.00 for each certified copy.

Applicants may submit their in-person or mail-in requests to the Hood River County at:

Hood River County Health Department
1109 June Street, Hood River, OR
Phone: (541) 386-1115
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Hood River County Probate Court Records

In Hood River County, the Circuit Court oversees probate records, including legal proceedings concerning estate administration, guardianships, conservatorships, and wills.

Requesters may visit the Hood River County Circuit Court Clerk's office during business hours to view or request copies of probate case files. Providing a case number or the names of the parties will assist court staff in locating the file.

Alternatively, record seekers may submit formal requests for certified copies of probate documents through the OJD's court records portal.

Hood River County Property Records

The Department of Records and Assessment is the custodian of Hood River County property records. Record searchers may utilize the Department of Records and Assessment's Digital Research Room to obtain official Hood River County property records, including deeds, mortgages, liens, and other recorded documents. The search engine allows users to find and inspect public records related to property transactions and ownership in the County.

Requesters seeking Hood River County property records may also visit the Department of Records and Assessment at:

Hood River County
Business Administration Bldg.
Records & Assessment Dept.
3rd Floor
601 State Street
Hood River, OR 97031

Hood River County Court Records Online

Inquirers conducting a general search of Hood River County court records may utilize the Oregon Judicial Case Information Network (OJCIN). Third-party online databases like Oregoncourtrecords.us may also offer favorable access to public Hood River County court records. They provide a user-friendly interface where users may search for particular cases by entering necessary information like case numbers, party names, or dates. These platforms often allow users to view and download court case information directly from their website, saving time and effort. However, such platforms are not affiliated with any government agency and may contain inaccurate or outdated information.