Lincoln County Court Records

The term Lincoln County court records generally describe records of court cases and legal proceedings in the county. These records are maintained by the local courts, who also respond to public requests for court records. By law, these records are to be maintained for various reasons, such as legal aids and evidence of fairness during legal procedures. Examples of court records include dockets, rulings, exhibits, testimonies, judgments, decrees, motions, and pleas. Lincoln County arrest records may also be considered court records.

Are Court Records Public in Lincoln County?

Lincoln County court records are public information according to Oregon Public Record Law. Unless the information is specifically exempted by law, the public may access and copy court records. Records containing restricted information may still be obtained, but restricted parts will be removed or redacted.

Information and records exempted from disclosure by the public record law may include the following.

• Any court records made confidential or sealed by a court order or ruling
• Arrest records of juveniles or minors
• Records of criminal cases and criminal records where the case is ongoing or unresolved
• Information confidential under attorney-client privilege

Lincoln County Court Records Search

Record seekers may search for Lincoln County court records using the following options.

• Submit a request to the Lincoln County court where the case was heard
• Use the online resources on the Oregon Judiciary website, such as the OJCIN Online search tool
• Use third-party court record websites

Lincoln County Courts

Within the Oregon court system, different courts serve different purposes and jurisdictions. Examples of these courts include circuit, county, municipal, justice, and tax courts. Listed below are all the courts within the Lincoln County jurisdiction.

Lincoln County Circuit Court

225 West Olive Street,
P.O. Box 100,
Newport, OR 97365
Phone: (541) 265-4236
Fax: (541) 265-7561

Newport Municipal Court

169 SW Coast Highway,
Newport, OR 97365
Phone: (541) 574-0616

Toledo Municipal Court

206 North Main Street,
P.O. Box 220,
Toledo, OR 97391
Phone: (541) 635-2061
Fax: (541) 363-0362

Waldport Municipal Court

125 Alsea Highway,
P.O. Box 1120,
Waldport, OR 97394
Phone: (541) 264-7417 ext. 101
Fax: (541) 264-7418

Yachats Municipal Court

441 Highway 101 North,
P.O. Box 345,
Yachats, OR 97498
Phone: (541) 547-3565

Lincoln County Criminal and Civil Records

Lincoln County civil and criminal court records may be obtained from the Lincoln County court where the case was heard. While criminal court records detail criminal litigation, civil court records are records of cases involving private individuals or entities. Record seekers may obtain Lincoln County court records in person, by mail, email, phone, or using several online resources.

Court records from approximately 2008 may be viewed using the free public kiosks on the second floor of the Lincoln County Courthouse. For older records, record seekers may fill out the Copy Request Form, and after three days, the court will call you to view these records at a kiosk.

Paper and digital copies of court records may be requested by completing the Court File/Audio Copy Request Form and submitting it by mail, email, fax, or in person to the Lincoln County Courthouse using the following contact details.

Lincoln County Circuit Court

225 West Olive Street, Room 202
P.O. Box 100,
Newport, OR 97365
Phone: (541) 265-4236
Fax: (541) 265-7561

Requesters may be required to provide additional information such as types of copies required (regular or certified), number of copies, and delivery method. Copies cost $0.25 per page for paper copies(mail delivery includes a fee). Electronic copies delivered by email are a flat fee of $3, while certification costs an additional $5. All requests will be answered in about 72 hours.

Civil and Criminal court records for Lincoln County may also be searched online using the Free Records Search for basic case information and the OJCIN Online subscription-based service.

Criminal records such as Lincoln County arrest records may be obtained from local law enforcement such as the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Jail Roster, or Criminal History Checks from the Oregon State Police.

Lincoln County Marriage Records

Marriage records in Oregon have a 50-year access restriction period. This means that until 50 years after the event, Lincoln County marriage certificates may only be requested by the couple, their immediate family, and any legal representatives with proof.

To obtain a certified copy of a Lincoln County marriage certificate, record seekers must contact the Lincoln County Clerk who serves as record custodian. Record seekers may visit the clerk’s office in person or mail a written request to the office at:

Lincoln County Clerk

225 West Olive Street, Room 201
Newport, OR 97365

During a request, the record seeker must provide accurate information to locate the record, such as the names of the couple(including maiden names), the marriage date and year, the requester’s name, their relation to the couple, and current contact information. Requesters must provide valid identification during the request or mail a copy of this ID with any mailed requests. A certified copy of marriage records from the Lincoln County Clerk costs $7.75 per copy.

Interested parties may also order Marriage Certificates from the Vital Records Office of the Oregon Health Authority.

Lincoln County Divorce Records

Lincoln County divorce records are restricted records for 50 years after the divorce. Only the parties to the divorce, their immediate family, and authorized legal representatives may request these records before the time limit is up. Lincoln County divorce records may be ordered from the Lincoln County Circuit Court and the Oregon Health Authority.

Record seekers may request Lincoln County divorce records by contacting the Lincoln County Circuit Court at:

Lincoln County Circuit Court

225 West Olive Street, Room 202
P.O. Box 100,
Newport, OR 97365
Phone: (541) 265-4236
Fax: (541) 265-7561

Record seekers may visit the court in person or send a written request using the above contact details. Requests may also be made by filling out the online Court File/Audio Copy Request Form and following the instructions. Paper copies of records cost $0.25 per page(mailed records will require a mailing fee), electronic copies cost $3, and certification of records cost an additional $5. Divorce records may also be looked up using the public computer kiosks on the second floor of the Lincoln County Courthouse.

Interested parties may also request Lincoln County Divorce/Dissolution of Domestic Partnership records from the Oregon Health Authority, Vital Records Office.

Lincoln Birth Records

Lincoln County birth records document the births in the county. Lincoln County birth certificates are particularly useful in determining nationality, ethnicity, and identity. Under Oregon Law, only eligible persons such as the subject on their records and their immediate family may request birth records until 100 years after the birth. Record seekers may obtain these records from the Lincoln County Vital Statistics Office or the Oregon Health Authority.

Lincoln County offers requesters birth certificates for six months after the birth. After six months, requests should be submitted to the Vital Records Office of the Oregon Health Authority. Interested parties may fill out a Long Form Oregon Birth Certificate Request Form or Short Form Birth Certificate Request Form, depending on their needs. The completed form may be mailed or submitted in person to:

255 SW Coast Highway, Suite 101
Newport, OR 97365

A photocopy of the applicant’s ID or another Valid Identification and payment must be provided during the request or mailed with the form. Long-form Lincoln County birth certificates cost $30 each, while short-form certificates cost $25 each. Payment is accepted in a check or money order for mailed requests. Cash and card payments are also accepted during walk-in requests.

Lincoln County Birth Records are also available from the Vital Records Office of the Oregon Health Authority.

Lincoln Death Records

Lincoln County death records are restricted from public access for 50 years after the birth. Until then only certain eligible persons including the deceased immediate family and their authorized legal representatives may request death records.

Lincoln County offers death records for 6 months after the death. Requests for older records should be sent to the Oregon Health Authority. Record seekers may submit or mail the Death Certificate Form to:

Lincoln County Health and Human Services Department

36 S.W. Nye Street (Mailing Address)
255 SW Coast Hwy, Suite 203A (Walk-in)
Newport, Oregon 97365

Lincoln County death records cost $25 per copy. Copy fees are payable with checks or money orders added to mailed requests and cash and card payments during walk-in orders.

Requesters may order Lincoln County Death Certificates from the Oregon Health Authority Vital Records Office.

Lincoln County Probate Court Records

Lincoln County probate records are the records of probate court matters in the county, such as wills, estates, adoptions, guardianships, and similar cases. These records are maintained by the Lincoln County courts, such as the Circuit Court, which hear such cases.

Record seekers may fill out and submit the Court File and Audio Copy Request form to obtain Lincoln County probate records. The form may be submitted in person, by mail, email, or fax to:

Lincoln County Circuit Court

225 West Olive Street, Room 202
P.O. Box 100,
Newport, OR 97365
Fax: (541) 265-7561

Record requests and inquiries may also be made by calling the Lincoln County courthouse at (541) 265-4236. Paper copies cost $0.25 per page, electronic copies cost $3, and record certification costs $5 per document. Requesters will be charged a mailing fee if they do not pick up their order in person.

Lincoln County probate records are also available online using the Free Record Search or the OJCIN Online search tools provided by the Oregon Judicial Branch.

Lincoln County Property Records

Lincoln County property records concern property and business involving property within the county. The records include assessments, mortgages, deeds, trusts, and liens. In Lincoln County, these records are maintained by the Lincoln County Assessor and the Lincoln County Clerk.

To obtain property records, record seekers may contact the Assessor by visiting the office at:

225 West Olive Street
Room 207
Newport, OR 97365

Records in the Assessor’s custody may also be searched online using the Property Information Search page.

The Lincoln County clerk maintains records of property deeds, mortgages, and other legal documents. Record seekers may request these records by visiting the office at:

255 West Olive Street, Room 201
Newport, OR 97365

Lincoln County records may also be accessed online using the Digital Research Room maintained by the clerk’s office.

Anyone with questions may call the Clerk’s Office at (541) 265-4131 or the Assessor’s Office at (541) 265-4102

Lincoln County Court Records Online

Third-party record websites like Oregoncourtrecords.us may offer users a convenient option for obtaining Lincoln County court records. These records provide user-friendly interfaces and search tools that may be used to obtain records online, saving them the time and effort of visiting a physical court location. These platforms allow users to search and collect results for records using criteria such as names, dates, and case numbers. However, these websites operate independently of government control and may have inaccurate or obsolete results.