Hillsboro Criminal History Records
Hillsboro is the county seat of Washington County and part of the Portland metro area. Criminal history records in Hillsboro are kept by the Hillsboro Police Department and the Washington County Circuit Court. The police department issues criminal background clearances and provides police reports. The circuit court holds all case filings, dockets, and judgments. Searching for criminal history in Hillsboro involves these local and county sources, plus the Oregon State Police for state-level records. This page covers how to get records from each office.
Hillsboro Police Criminal Records
The Hillsboro Police Department provides public access to criminal history data. Under Oregon law, the public may request criminal records on any resident. However, the data shared through third-party requests is limited.
The Hillsboro Police only issue Criminal Background Clearances. These are notarized letters that state whether a person has a criminal record. The letter does not list specific crimes, arrests, or charges. It covers only data in the custody of the Hillsboro Police Department. To get one, complete the Criminal Background Clearance request form and include a $10 payment. Send it to Hillsboro Police Department, 250 Southeast 10th Avenue, Hillsboro, OR 97213. Phone: 503-681-6175. Fax: 503-681-6267.
The department also provides police reports and arrest records. Download and complete the public records request form from the city site. Each report costs $12. Processing takes 24 hours to 14 days. Payment can be made with cash, business checks, cashier's checks, money orders, or Visa and Mastercard for in-person visits.
Note: For a full criminal history beyond what Hillsboro Police hold, contact the Oregon State Police CJIS Division.
Washington County Court Records
The Washington County Circuit Court handles all criminal cases for Hillsboro. The Justice Services Building is at 150 N 1st Avenue, Hillsboro, OR 97124. This courthouse processes felonies, misdemeanors, and other criminal matters for the city and the county.
Court records can be accessed through the OJD Records Search tool or in person. The Records Department is in the Justice Services Building, Public Records Review Room 110J at 150 N 1st Avenue, Hillsboro, OR 97124. Each circuit court has a free public access terminal for case lookups. Copy fees apply for all document requests.
For criminal case requests, you need the full name of the person. A date of birth or date of conviction helps. The approximate year the case was filed also speeds up the search. You can submit a records request form by email to the court. The Hillsboro Police coordinate with this court on cases that move from arrest to prosecution.
Search Hillsboro Records Online
Free online access to Hillsboro criminal history is through the OJD Records and Calendar Search. Select Washington County to find cases by name or number. Results show case type, filing date, charges, and status. Hearing schedules and court calendars are also available.
The image below shows the OJCIN OnLine subscription service page, which provides deeper access to Hillsboro criminal history records.
The OJCIN OnLine service gives you complete docket entries, filings, and case details from all 36 Oregon circuit courts, including Washington County. Setup costs $150. Monthly fees range from $27 to $1,620 based on your access level. Each user profile costs $16 per month. Subscriber support is available at 1-800-858-9658, Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 4:30pm.
Some records are blocked from both search tools. Juvenile cases, mental health files, and cases under the Violence Against Women Act do not appear. Sealed records are hidden as well. For those, a court order is required.
Hillsboro Criminal History Process
Getting a full criminal history for Hillsboro residents requires the Oregon State Police CJIS Division. The Hillsboro Police clearance letter only covers local data. The state check covers all of Oregon.
The fee is $33.00 for a copy of your own record or for an open record request. You must complete the form, provide fingerprints, and pay the fee. Results come by mail only. Processing takes 7 to 10 business days. The OSP will not send results to anyone but the person who made the request.
Under ORS 181A.220, criminal history records are confidential and exempt from public inspection. When someone requests another person's record, ORS 181A.245 requires the OSP to notify the subject. That person gets 14 days to challenge errors. The notice includes a copy of all data to be shared and the name of who asked for it.
Hillsboro Record Request Steps
Requesting criminal history in Hillsboro depends on the type of record. Here are the main paths:
- Police reports: Submit a public records request form to the Hillsboro Police Department with a $12 fee per report
- Criminal background clearance: Complete the clearance form and send it with $10 to Hillsboro Police at 250 SE 10th Avenue
- Court case filings: Visit the Washington County Circuit Court at 150 N 1st Avenue or use the OJD online search
- Full state criminal history: Contact the Oregon State Police CJIS Division and pay the $33.00 fee
- Offender records: Use the Oregon Offender Search at the Department of Corrections site
Each path has its own fees, forms, and processing times. The Hillsboro Police clearance is the fastest for local data. The state check through OSP is the most complete but takes longer. Court records can be searched for free online through the OJD portal for basic case details.
Hillsboro Offender Lookup
The Oregon Offender Search lets you look up people in state custody. This tool covers inmates from 1982 to the present. Search by name or SID number. Results include name, aliases, sentence length, prison location, docket number, and physical details such as height, weight, scars, and tattoos.
For a certified copy of an offender record, submit a public records request to the Oregon Department of Corrections. Mail it to 24499 SW Grahams Ferry Road, Wilsonville, OR 97070. You can also call 503-570-6919 or email OISCINFO@doc.state.or.us.
Note: The Hillsboro Police clearance letter and the state criminal history check are two different products with different scopes and fees.
Washington County Criminal History
Hillsboro is in Washington County. All criminal cases go through the Washington County Circuit Court. For more county resources visit the Washington County page.