Lincoln County Arrest Records

In Lincoln County, Oregon, law enforcement agencies make arrests to enforce the law, ensure public safety, and bring individuals accused of crimes before the judicial system. When an arrest is made, the arrestee is held at the Lincoln County Jail. The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office or the police department that made the arrest also generates the arrest records.

Arrest records are a subset of Lincoln County Court Records as they often form part of judicial documents.

Are Arrest Records Public in Lincoln County?

Under the Oregon Public Records Law, Lincoln County arrest records are considered open and accessible to the public. However, public access to some arrest information is restricted. This includes:

• Personal information about the arrest and investigative materials to protect the victim or the person filing the complaint.
• Arrest records that have been expunged or set aside by the court.
• Information is provided in confidence unless the public interest demands its disclosure.
• Tips or reports submitted via anonymous tip lines.
• Footage from a law enforcement officer’s body camera.

Lincoln County Arrest Statistics

The Oregon Uniform Crime Reporting Data (UCR) is the statewide reporting system for arrest statistics in Oregon. According to the UCR, there were a total of 364 arrests made in Lincoln County, including 70 for violent crimes and 294 for property crimes. The violent crime arrests included two murder, three rapes, nine robberies, and 56 aggravated assaults. The property crime arrests included 50 burglaries, 221 larcenies, 17 motor vehicle thefts, and six arsons.

Find Lincoln County Arrest Records

The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office provides access to arrest records and inmate information through the Lincoln County inmate roster. The portal provides information about the name, jail ID, book date, charge, release date, arresting agency, current disposition, and bail.

The Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) provides inmate information online through the Oregon Offender Search portal. It can be searched by name and SID number.

Arrest records and inmate information are available at the federal level through the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)’s Inmate Locator. The tool contains information about persons incarcerated in federal prisons. It can be searched by name and provides the inmate’s location, release date, and other relevant information.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

In Oregon, an arrest can remain on a person’s record indefinitely. However, it can be expunged if the legal conditions are satisfied. Expungement, also called set aside or expunction, is a legal process that allows individuals to seal or remove records of an arrest or conviction from public access.

Under Oregon law, the eligibility for expunging arrest records depends on the nature of the crime, the time elapsed since the conviction or arrest, and whether the individual has satisfied all legal requirements, including fines and restitution.

The eligibility criteria for expungement is below:

• Arrest without Prosecution: If the state decides not to pursue prosecution within 60 days of the arrest and no charges are filed, the individual can apply for expungement in the county where they were detained.
• Acquittal or Dismissal: Individuals acquitted or whose charges were dismissed may request the court in the county of arrest to set aside their arrest records.
• Misdemeanor Convictions:
• Class B or C Misdemeanor: Individuals may seek expungement one year after their sentence or release from jail, whichever is sooner.
• Class A Misdemeanor: Expungement can be sought three years after sentencing or release from jail, whichever is sooner.
• Felony Convictions:
• Class C Felony: Expungement is possible five years after the sentence or release from jail, whichever is sooner.
• Class B Felony: Individuals can seek expungement seven years after the conviction or release from jail, whichever comes first.

The process for expunging arrest records in Lincoln County involves:

1. Fingerprinting
   Obtain a complete set of fingerprints using the FBI standard blue applicant fingerprint card (FD-258). This can be done through a local criminal justice agency or a public fingerprinting service. Ensure all required fields on the fingerprint card are correctly completed, including the printed name, signature, date of birth, and the reason for fingerprinting, which must reference the applicable Oregon statute. This may be an Application for Setting Aside (ORS 137.225 - Order setting aside conviction or record of criminal charge) or an Application for Setting Aside (ORS 137.223 - Order setting aside judgment of guilt except for insanity).
2. Set Aside Form and Fee
   Complete the Oregon State Police Request for Set Aside Form. A fee of $33 must be paid for the fingerprint-based criminal record check, regardless of the number of counties involved in the set-aside motion.
   Mail the completed fingerprint card, set aside form, and payment (check or money order) to the Oregon State Police at the following address:
   Oregon State Police, CJIS – Unit 11
   ATTN: SET ASIDE
   P.O. Box 4395
   Portland, OR 97208-4395
3. Application to the Court
   Fill out the Motion to Set Aside Form and file it at the circuit court in the county where you were charged or your citation was filed. If you were not charged, you can file it at the circuit court in the county where the charges would have been brought. You will require all the information about the case, including the case number and applicable mailing addresses for the court and the district attorney’s office.

Lincoln County Arrest Warrants

A Lincoln County arrest warrant is a legal document issued by a judge authorizing law enforcement officers to apprehend and detain a specific individual. Arrest warrants are issued when there is probable cause to believe a person has committed a crime.

An arrest warrant in Lincoln County typically includes the following information:

• Name and Description: The full name of the individual to be arrested, along with any identifying details such as physical description, date of birth, and sometimes last known address.
• Alleged Offense: A clear statement of the crime(s) the individual is accused of committing.
• Probable Cause: A brief explanation of the evidence supporting the warrant’s issuance, showing why law enforcement believes the individual committed the crime.
• Instructions for Arrest: Directions for law enforcement on how to carry out the arrest, including any limitations or conditions (e.g., time or location).
• Issuing Authority: The name and signature of the judge who issued the warrant, along with the date of issuance.

Do Lincoln County Arrest Warrants Expire?

Arrest warrants in Lincoln County do not have an expiration date. They remain in effect indefinitely until the individual is arrested or the warrant is formally quashed by the court.