Josephine County Court Records

Josephine County court records are official documents that contain information related to legal cases and proceedings within Josephine County, Oregon. These records are significant in legal matters as they are the primary source of information for tracking the progress, decisions, and outcomes of civil and criminal cases. Typically, Oregon court records, including those from Josephine County, contain various information, such as case details, court filings, judgments, evidence, and hearing dates.

Are Court Records Public in Josephine County?

Most Josephine County court records are accessible to eligible individuals upon request, which may be made to the Josephine County Circuit Court. However, sealed and confidential records are not open to the public. Certain types of cases, such as those involving adoption, juveniles, mental health adjudications, or matters under the Violence Against Women Act, are exempt from public access. Requests to these records may be denied, or the requester may need to demonstrate a legal interest and provide identification.

Josephine County Court Records Search

The Josephine Circuit Court Records Department manages copies of Josephine County court records. Interested individuals may search for case information online or request copies by completing an application form.

Court records for Josephine County are accessible online through the Oregon Judicial Department Online Records Search Platform. Users may search using party names or case numbers, with options to filter results by criteria such as party name, FBI number, booking number, and other case details. Additionally, registered users may access the Oregon Judicial Case Information Network to search for judgment dockets. This service is subscription-based and requires a fee to use.

To request copies of court records, individuals may complete the online court records request form, specifying their preferred method of delivery—email, mail, in-person, or pick up at another court. For inquiries, the court may be reached at (541) 476-2309.

Fees apply for both paper and electronic documents. Paper copies are 25 cents per page, with additional charges based on the type of copy: standard copies cost $3, certified copies are $5, and exemplified copies are $10. These fees also apply to electronic document requests.

Josephine County Courts

Josephine County has a Circuit Court (with a Family Division) and a Municipal Court. The circuit court is part of Oregon’s 14th Judicial District. It handles various legal matters, including civil, criminal, family, and probate cases, within the county’s jurisdiction. The court operates under the Oregon Judicial Department.

The addresses and contact information of the courts are below:

Circuit Courts in Josephine County

Josephine County Circuit Court
Josephine County Courthouse
500 NW 6th Street
Grants Pass, OR 97526
Phone: (541) 476-2309
Fax: (541) 471-2079

Josephine County Family Court
301 NW F Street
Grants Pass, OR 97526
Phone: (541) 476-2309

Municipal Courts in Josephine County

Cave Junction Municipal Court
222 West Lister Street
P.O. Box 1396
Cave Junction, OR 97523
Phone: (541) 592-2156

Josephine County Criminal Records

Oregon state law grants public access to Josephine County criminal records. These records are official documents detailing an individual’s criminal activities within the county, including Josephine County arrest records, prosecutions, court rulings, sentences, and admissions or releases from the state correctional system.

The Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division of the Oregon State Police allows individuals to request copies of their own Josephine County criminal records by submitting fingerprints. Third parties may also request criminal records for others by providing the subject’s name, date of birth, and last known mailing address. To request your own criminal record, complete the Copy of Own Oregon Record form, include your fingerprints, and submit a $33 check or money order payable to Oregon State Police. Send the request to:

Criminal Justice Information Services Division
Oregon State Police
Unit 11
P.O. Box 4395
Portland, OR 97208-4395
Phone: (503) 378-3070

To request another person’s criminal record, complete the Request for Oregon Criminal History Information on Another Individual form. Include a $10 check or money order payable to Oregon State Police, and mail it to either of the following addresses:

Billing Customers:

Oregon State Police
Criminal Justice Information Services Division
Attn: Open Records
3565 Trelstad Avenue SE
Salem, OR 97317

Direct Payment Customers:

Oregon State Police
Unit 11
P.O. Box 4395
Portland, OR 97208-4395

Get Josephine County Civil Court Records

Josephine County civil court case records may be accessed online through the Oregon Judicial Department Online Records Search Platform. Additionally, users may search for judgment dockets using the Oregon Judicial Case Information Network, though this service requires a subscription fee.

The Josephine County Circuit Court maintains civil court case records and makes them publicly available. Requests for these records may be made in person, by mail, or via email. Requesters may also complete the online court records request form and choose their preferred delivery method: email, mail, in-person, or pick up at another court location.

The cost for paper copies of records is 25 cents per page. Standard copies are $3, certified copies are $5, and exemplified copies cost $10 per document. Payment must be made before the request is processed. For confidential records, additional steps may be required to prove eligibility to access the information. For further information or clarification, call (541) 476-2309.

Josephine County Marriage Records

The Josephine County Clerk is the county custodian of Josephine marriage records. To obtain copies of Josephine County marriage records, prepare a written request about the marriage (information about the married couple and date of marriage) and your contact information. Submit the request with payment in person or by mail:

Josephine County Clerk
500 NW 6th Street, Room 170
Grants Pass, OR 97526
Phone: (541) 474-5240

The Vital Records Office of the Oregon Health Authority holds copies of Josephine County marriage certificates. Only qualified individuals are eligible to obtain Josephine County marriage records. To request copies, complete the Marriage Record Order Form (also available in Spanish) and include payment along with a copy of a valid ID. Requests may be submitted by mail or through a drop box at the following address:

Oregon Vital Records Office
800 NE Oregon Street
P.O. Box 14050
Portland, OR 97293-0050

Walk-in requests may be made by scheduling an appointment. Visitors should arrive at least ten minutes before their appointment at the self-service kiosks located on the first floor:

800 NE Oregon Street
Portland, OR 97232.

Appointments are available Monday to Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. The cost for a walk-in request is $28 for the first copy and $25 for each additional copy.

Josephine County Divorce Records

The Josephine County Circuit Court maintains records of divorces and annulments granted by the court. To obtain copies of Josephine County divorce records, individuals may complete and submit the online court records request form, specifying their preferred delivery method—email, mail, in-person, or pick up at another court location.

Additionally, the Vital Records Office of the Oregon Health Authority holds copies of Josephine County divorce records. Only qualified individuals are eligible to obtain these records. Requests may be made by completing the Divorce Record Order Form (available in Spanish) and submitting it along with payment and a valid ID. The request may be mailed or placed in a drop box at the following address:

Oregon Vital Records Office
800 NE Oregon Street
P.O. Box 14050
Portland, OR 97293-0050

Walk-in requests are also accepted by scheduling an appointment. Visitors should arrive at least ten minutes before their appointment at the self-service kiosks on the first floor:

800 NE Oregon Street
Portland, OR 97232.

Appointments are available Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Walk-in requests cost $28 for the first copy and $25 for each additional copy.

Josephine Birth Records

The Oregon Vital Records Office manages Josephine County birth records and processes requests for copies. Access to these records is restricted to eligible individuals. To request a Josephine County birth certificate, eligible persons must complete the Birth Record Order Form (available in Spanish), provide a valid ID, and pay a fee of $25 per copy. Requests may be submitted by mail or through a drop box at the following address:

Oregon Vital Records Office
800 Northeast Oregon Street
P.O. Box 14050
Portland, OR 97293-0050

In-person requests may be made by scheduling an appointment. Check-in at the self-service kiosks on the first floor of:

800 NE Oregon Street
Portland, OR 97232.

Appointments are available Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The fee for an in-person request is $28 for the first copy and $25 for each additional copy.

Josephine Death Records

The Oregon Vital Records Office handles Josephine County death records and processes requests for copies. Access to these records is restricted to eligible individuals. To obtain a copy, eligible persons must complete the Death Record Order Form (available in Spanish), submit a valid ID, and pay $25 per copy. Requests may be submitted by mail or via a drop box at:

Oregon Vital Records Office
800 Northeast Oregon Street
P.O. Box 14050
Portland, OR 97293-0050

In-person requests are available by appointment. Arrive ten minutes before your scheduled time and check in at the self-service kiosks located on the first floor at:

800 NE Oregon Street
Portland, OR 97232.

Appointments are offered Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. In-person requests cost $28 for the first copy and $25 for additional copies.

Josephine County Probate Court Records

The Josephine County Circuit Court handles probate matters, which include cases involving the estates of deceased individuals, such as asset distribution, debt settlement, and the management of guardianships and conservatorships. The court maintains records of all probate cases in the county.

The Oregon Judicial Department Online Records Search Platform allows the public to search for probate case information by entering party names or case numbers, with additional filtering options available.

To obtain copies of probate court records, individuals may complete the online court records request form, specifying their preferred delivery method—email, mail, in-person pickup at the courthouse, or pick up at another court location.

For any inquiries regarding probate court record requests, contact the Josephine County Circuit Court Records Department at (541) 476-2309.

Josephine County Property Records

Josephine property records include property-related information, such as ownership information, property description, assessed property value, parcel information, property tax information, sales history, legal descriptions, and deeds and mortgages recorded against the property. Josephine County Clerk is the custodian of property records in the county. To find deeds and other recorded documents in Josephine County, you may use the Digital Research Room. For more information, contact the Clerk’s office:

Josephine County Clerk’s Office
500 NW 6th Street, Room 170
Grants Pass, OR 97526
Phone: (541) 474-5240

The Josephine County Assessor’s Office and Treasury & Tax Office also provide property records online through the Josephine County Property Assessment & Tax Data portal. Contact the respective offices below for more information:

Josephine County Assessor’s Office
500 NW 6th Street Dept. 3
Grants Pass, OR 97526
General Information: (541) 474-5260
Appraisal & Valuation: (541) 474-5152

Treasury & Tax Office
500 NW 6th Street Dept. 14
Grants Pass, OR 97526
General Information: (541) 474-5175

Josephine County Court Records Online

Third-party online resources, such as oregoncourtrecords.us, offer a convenient way to access public Josephine County court records. These platforms provide user-friendly interfaces that allow individuals to search for cases. They simplify the process by enabling users to view and download court documents directly from the website, making it quicker and more efficient.

However, it is essential to note that these platforms operate independently from government agencies. As a result, they may contain outdated or inaccurate information since they do not always have real-time access to official court databases. Accuracy cannot be guaranteed.