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Douglas County, Oregon State Court Records

Douglas County court records are official court documents that are either created or filed in relation to court proceedings taking place at the Douglas County Circuit Court. The county's court, like all courts in Oregon, falls under the Oregon Judicial Department (OJD). The record custodian of Douglas County court records is the Circuit Court Clerk. Court records are related to other public records, including arrest records, which are maintained by the Douglas County Sheriff's Office, and vital records, which are maintained by the Oregon Health Authority Center for Health Statistics. Public records are helpful to citizens, as they are a resource for accessing historical legal and civil information. Access to public records is generally governed by the Oregon Public RecordsLaw.

Are Douglas County Court Records Public?

Yes. Under the Oregon Public Records Law (ORS 192.311-192.431), Douglas County court records are classified as public records. This means that the members of the public have the right to review and copy these government records unless specific exemptions are in place. Not all court records are public to protect public safety, individuals' privacy, and the integrity of ongoing cases. Examples of restricted cases include the following:

  • Cases with ongoing investigation records
  • Sealed cases
  • Expunged cases
  • Juvenile cases
  • Adoption cases
  • Health-related filings

In Douglas County, court records can be accessed online, by phone, and in person. Online access to records does not usually require an ID before access is granted, but an ID may be required for in-person record searches. Certified copies of court records are available from the Circuit Court Clerk at a fee.

What Information is Available in Douglas County Court Records?

A public court record in Douglas County typically contains the following information:

  • Names of case parties (defendant, plaintiff, lawyers, judges)
  • The case number
  • Appeals
  • Motions and filings
  • Sentencing information
  • Hearing dates
  • Filing dates
  • Charges and case category
  • Court orders and judgments

Douglas County Court Records Search

Interested individuals can search for the Douglas County records online, by mail, or by phone.

Online Access

Oregon's statewide online lookup tool, the Oregon Judicial Case Information Network (OJCIN), allows individuals to find public arrest records statewide. A search can be conducted using case number, party name, or business name, and several types of cases, including civil, criminal, family, and probate cases, can be retrieved. The OJCIN gives access to basic court information, but more detailed case records can be obtained from the Oregon eCourt Case Information (OECI) system for a fee. A formal public record request can also be submitted online to the local clerk's office through the Douglas County Circuit Court website.

In-Person Access

The Douglas County Circuit Court allows in-person record requests at the courthouse. Public computer terminals are available at the court for anyone to look up unrestricted court documents. Administrative staff is also available on the ground to help with the search if needed. The court's address is as follows:

Douglas County Circuit Court

Douglas County Courthouse

1036 SE Douglas Avenue

Roseburg, OR 97470

Mail and Phone Requests

In addition to an online public request, a mail request can be made to the courthouse at the same address, but processing and filing fees may apply. The phone number for contacting the court to make phone inquiries is (541) 957-2470.

Fees for Court Records in Douglas County

A court record lookup using the kiosks provided at the courthouse is typically free, but fees apply for photocopying or certifying the record. These fees cover staff's time and their labor to redact, copy, or print the record. Douglas County follows the Oregon Judicial Department's statewide fee schedule, which outlines per-page copy costs and the cost for certifying records.

Douglas County Courthouse Locations

The addresses and contact information of the main and satellite courts in Douglas County are as follows:

Main Circuit Court & County Courthouse (Roseburg)

1036 SE Douglas Avenue,

Roseburg, OR 97470

Phone: (541) 957-2470

South Douglas Justice Court (Canyonville)

Main Street,

Canyonville, OR 97417

Phone: (541) 839-4389

Reedsport Justice Court

680 Fir Avenue,

Reedsport, OR 97467

Phone: (541) 271-4868

Criminal Records Access in Douglas County

Statewide Criminal Records Access in Douglas County is managed by the Oregon State Police's (OSP) Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS). The OSP offers a name-based and fingerprint-based background service through the Oregon State Police Criminal History Record Checks page for $33. Local criminal case records are managed by the Douglas County Circuit Court, and an in-person visit or mail request can be submitted for access to these records.

Douglas County Probate Records

Probate court records are documents created or filed in relation to the administration of a decedent's or living person's estate. The probate division of the Douglas County Circuit Court is the custodian of probate records from 1853 onward. Probate records include wills, trusts, guardianships, conservatorships, and other estate administration-related documents. These records are typically public, but records concerning minors and confidential administration records are not available without proper authorization. Copies of probate records can be requested using the Oregon Judicial Department Records Request Page. The Clerk of Courts can also be contacted by mail, phone, or visited in person for access to copies of these records.

Douglas County Family Court Records

Family court records are handled by the family law division of the Douglas County Circuit Court. Examples of these family cases include divorce cases, child custody cases, paternity cases, child and spousal support cases, adoption cases, and child protection cases. Not all family cases are classified as public records. Cases that are legally exempted from the public records law include adoption cases and protective custody cases. An individual can get a photocopy or a certified copy of a family court record by contacting the Circuit Court Clerk.

Federal Court Records in Douglas County

Federal cases in Douglas County, Oregon, fall under the jurisdiction of the United States District Court for the District of Oregon. Their court records are not handled by county courts, as they document the legal handling of federal matters. Examples of federal court cases include bankruptcy filings, civil rights case records, federal criminal records, and federal statutory disputes. Federal court records are available online through the national case repository PACER (Public Access to Court Electronic Records).

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