Umatilla County Arrest Records

In Umatilla County, Oregon, Peace Officers are legally authorized to arrest in compliance with specific guidelines in the Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS). According to ORS 133.235, law enforcement agencies may arrest a person with or without a warrant, provided there is probable cause to believe that the individual has committed a crime. Per this statute, officers are required to give the reason for an arrest. Suppose they have a warrant for the arrest. In that case, they are also required to show the warrant when they encounter the individual, except if the arrestee resists apprehension or there is any other urgent circumstance.

An arrest in Umatilla County is typically followed by taking the arrested individual to the Umatilla County Jail, managed and operated by the Sheriff's office. At the jailhouse, they go through the standard booking process where details about the individual and the alleged offense are documented. Details taken down include personal information, fingerprints, photographs, possessions, potential DNA samples, the alleged crime, the location of the suspected crime, and if a vehicle was used to commit the crime. Depending on the severity of the crime, this individual will either remain in custody until a court appearance or be released on bail.

The Umatilla County Sheriff's Office is tasked with various responsibilities aside from arrests; they include criminal investigations, patrol service, and emergency operations like search and rescue. The Criminal Division, which includes uniformed and investigative units, is responsible for the safety and protection of the county. Patrol deputies are typically responsible for contact services for smaller cities, rural watch programs, and special patrol units for off-road vehicles and waterways.

Umatilla arrest records are maintained and managed by the office of the County Sheriff and can be accessed by interested individuals through public databases. These records play a vital role in legal proceedings and background checks. They are also relevant to Umatilla County Court Records and other public records generated during the judicial process.

Are Arrest Records Public in Umatilla County?

Yes, according to Section 192.005 to ORS 192.170 of the Oregon Public Records Law, Umatilla County Arrest Records are classified as public records and open to public access unless specific legal exemptions apply. In compliance with this law, every public office in Umatilla County must grant access to arrest records under its management, except those records exempt from public disclosure.

It is worth noting that certain records are exempted from public access; this includes those classified as confidential because of the sensitive nature of the information they contain. Below is a list of arrest records that are exempted from public access per sections 192.311 to 192.478 of the Oregon Public Records Law:

• Personal details of the arrested party or victim for protection
• Expunged arrest records
• Confidential information, except it would be in the public interest to disclose it
• Law enforcement officer's body cam video
• Information received via tip line.

What Do Public Arrest Records Contain?

The following details can be found in an arrest record for Umatilla County:

• Personal information about the arrested person, includes name, age, employment, place of residence, marital status, and other relevant details
• Terms of release following state statutes ORS 135.230 to 135.290
• Charges against arrestee
• Relevant details such as the time of arrest, location, chase, resistance, and weapons used during the arrest
• Details necessary to mobilize the public in helping the capture of fugitive offenders
• Names and personal details of both the victim and the complaining party
• The nature of the investigation, the agency's name, and how long it took to make the arrest.

Umatilla County Arrest Statistics

According to the FBI's 2019 Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) data, there were 43 violent crimes in Umatilla County that year. This included 33 aggravated assaults, 3 robberies and 7 rapes. However, there were no cases of non-negligent manslaughter or murder reported in the county for 2019. Umatilla witnessed more property crimes than any other in 2019, with reported cases going as high as 410 cases. This included 207 cases of theft, 152 cases of burglaries, 10 cases of arson, and 51 motor vehicle thefts.

In comparison to the 2018 UCR, Umatilla experienced 33 cases of violent crimes. These included 4 cases of rape, 8 robberies, 1 murder or non-negligent manslaughter, and 20 cases of aggravated assaults. Property crimes also had the highest number of reported cases, totaling 405 cases. This included 62 motor vehicle thefts, 210 larceny thefts, 133 burglaries, and four arson cases.

This data reveals that violent crime increased by about 30.3% from 2018 to 2019. On the other hand, property crime experienced a slight increase of about 1.23% during the same time. Ultimately, these statistics suggest a concerning rise in violent crimes in Umatilla County, while property-related crimes have remained relatively stable across the 2 years.

Find Umatilla County Arrest Records

In Umatilla County, the Sheriff's office maintains and manages arrest records. Individuals interested in accessing Umatilla arrest records can do so by requesting the documents from the Sheriff's office. A valid request will include a completed Public Records Request Form; this can then be submitted either by mail to the Records Division at the address below or in person:

Umatilla County Sheriff's Office
Attention: Records
4700 NW Pioneer Place
Pendleton, OR 97801
Phone: (541) 966-3606
Email: ucsorecords@umatillacounty.net

Additionally, any required payment must be made upfront and can be made either via check or cash payable to the Umatilla County Sheriff's office. If the request is processed more than expected, the Records Division will call the requester with a new estimated completion time.

At the state level, individuals interested in obtaining Umatilla County arrest records can visit the law enforcement agency responsible for the arrest. Typically, online arrest record searches in Umatilla County require the name of the person involved.

Inquirers may also utilize the Criminal History Records Portal, which is managed by Oregon's Criminal Justice Information (CJIS). This remote database allows interested individuals to request arrest records using either the finger-based search option or the name-based search option.

Free Arrest Record Search in Umatilla County

In Umatilla County, certain local law enforcement agency websites grant interested individuals access to arrest records at no cost. However, while specific details may be available at no cost, getting a full, detailed arrest record would typically require a fee, and this fee varies by agency. Alternatively, numerous third-party platforms allow users access to arrest records in Umatilla County at no charge. Like government agencies, these third-party platforms also require a fee from individuals interested in detailed arrest records.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

According to Oregon law, Umatilla County arrest records can remain on an individual's record indefinitely, pending specific conditions. For instance, when an individual is arrested and later found not guilty, or the case is dismissed, they may be eligible for immediate expungement. Nonetheless, certain grave offenses, such as a Class B felony, may be expunged 7 years after the conviction or release from incarceration. On the other hand, Class A misdemeanors can only get expungement 3 years following the conviction date or release from imprisonment-whatever happens first.

Expunge Umatilla County Arrest Records

Expungement of arrest records in Umatilla County is typically based on the statutes set in Oregon Law. Following the ORS 137.255(1)(a) to ORS 137.255(1)(d), before an arrest record can be expunged in Umatilla County, it must meet either of these conditions:

• If no charges or contempt are filed within the first 60 days following the arrest, the individual is eligible to apply to the Umatilla Court to have the record expunged;
• If a case results in dismissal or acquittal, then such subject is at liberty to petition the court to have their record expunged;
• A person convicted of a Class A misdemeanor may petition for expungement after being sentenced or 3 years after release from prison, whichever comes first;
• The waiting time for Class C felonies is 5 years following sentencing or release. Expungement is usually granted 7 years following conviction for Class B felonies, or earlier if the offender serves out their term early;
• For Class B or C misdemeanors, the arrest record can be expunged following a court contempt finding or release from incarceration within the conviction year.

To initiate the expungement process, interested parties must submit a completed OSP Request for Set Aside form and the required fee of $33.00 to the Oregon State Police. Additionally, requesters are required to include a fingerprint card using the standard FBI (FD-258), which should then be mailed to the address below:

Oregon State Police, CJIS – Unit 11
ATTN: SET ASIDE
P.O. Box 4395
Portland, OR 97208-4395

Umatilla County Arrest Warrants

Umatilla County Arrest Warrants refers to a legal document issued by a magistrate or a judge that grants law enforcement agents the legal backing to detain an individual suspected of committing a crime. In Umatilla County, certain circumstances necessitate the issuance of an arrest record; these include:

• Suspicion of committing a crime
• Involvement in an ongoing investigation
• Failure to appear in court
• Available evidence suggesting potential harm to public safety

To get a warrant, law enforcement must submit an affidavit outlining the reasons for the arrest. The warrant must include the identity of the suspect, the particular offense, and any limitations or conditions on the arrest. Although certain protections, such as the Fourth Amendment, apply to avoid excessive searches, it gives officers the legal right to enter private property to make an arrest.

Individuals can equally check publicly available databases or contact the Umatilla County Sheriff's Office directly if they think they could have an outstanding warrant in Umatilla County. Proactive inquiry is frequently advised to resolve warrants voluntarily before they lead to unanticipated arrests.

Do Umatilla County Arrest Warrants Expire?

Arrest warrants in Umatilla County do not usually have an expiration date. These warrants remain in effect until the subject is taken into custody, shows up in court willingly, or (in unusual circumstances) the issuing authority revokes the warrant. Arrest warrants remain in effect indefinitely unless they are properly settled, unlike search warrants, which are typically temporary. The subject's death or the court dismissing the case are the only circumstances under which an arrest warrant could become inexecutable. This is so because the statutes of limitations that control the filing of charges for specific offenses do not apply to arrest warrants, including bench warrants.