Find Medford Court Records
Medford is the county seat of Jackson County and a regional hub in southern Oregon. Court records for Medford are filed at the Jackson County Circuit Court, located right in the city. The Medford Municipal Court also handles local violations. Residents can search for court records online using the state court system or visit the courthouse at 100 S Oakdale Avenue. With more than 200,000 people in Jackson County, the court processes thousands of case filings each year in Medford.
Medford Quick Facts
Medford Court Records at Jackson County
The Jackson County Circuit Court is the main court for Medford. It sits in the Justice Building at 100 South Oakdale Avenue. This is a trial court of general jurisdiction. It hears all criminal and civil cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, personal injury claims, probate matters, divorce, child support, and juvenile dependency cases. Every case filed here creates a record that becomes part of the public file.
Courthouse hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The courthouse doors open at 7:30 AM. You can reach the court at 541-776-7171 or by email at JAC.Court.Info@ojd.state.or.us. The trial court administrator is Tina Qualls. Medford is the only location for the Jackson County Circuit Court, so all county cases come through this building.
| Court | Jackson County Circuit Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 South Oakdale Avenue Medford, OR 97501 |
| Phone | 541-776-7171 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Website | courts.oregon.gov/courts/jackson |
Note: The courthouse closes for lunch from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, so plan your visit to Medford accordingly.
Medford Municipal Court
The Medford Municipal Court is at 411 West 8th Street. It handles traffic violations, city ordinance violations, and misdemeanor crimes that occur within Medford city limits. Court hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You can call the municipal court at 541-774-2040 for case information or questions about records.
Municipal court records in Medford include traffic citations, code enforcement cases, and minor criminal matters. These are separate from circuit court records. If your case was a city violation or a traffic ticket issued in Medford, the municipal court has those files. For all other matters, the Jackson County Circuit Court holds the records.
Search Court Records in Medford
You can search for Medford court records through several methods. The fastest way is the free OJD Records and Calendar Search tool. It shows basic case details like case numbers, party names, case types, and hearing dates. This covers all Jackson County Circuit Court cases, including those filed in Medford.
For full access to the register of actions and judgment dockets, use OJCIN OnLine. The Oregon eCourt Case Information system requires a subscription. There is a $150 setup fee and a monthly charge. Once you have an account, you can search any circuit court in Oregon, including Jackson County. The system shows detailed case information but does not include copies of the actual documents filed in Medford cases.
You can also visit the courthouse to search records in person. The Public Room on the first floor of the Justice Building has a window where staff can help. Free public access terminals let you search case information at no cost. Walk in during court hours and use the terminals yourself. This is a good choice if you want to search Medford court records without paying for an online subscription.
The Medford Police Department does not maintain court records. Police reports and court files are separate. Contact the police for arrest reports or incident reports. Court records are held at the courthouse.
The police department page above is useful for finding contact information and learning how to request police reports in Medford.
Requesting Copies of Medford Records
To get copies of court records from Medford, complete and submit the Records Request Form at the Jackson County Circuit Court. You can pick up records at the Public Room window on the first floor. Staff will calculate the cost after they process your request. All fees must be paid before copies are made.
Copy fees follow the statewide schedule set by ORS 21.345. Standard copies are $0.25 per page. Certified copies cost $5.00 per document. If you need copies mailed, postage will be added. Allow five business days from the date of payment for your request to be ready. Large or complex requests may take longer. The court will do its best to fill your request quickly in Medford.
Note: Audio recordings of Medford court proceedings can also be requested, though they require separate forms and fees.
Related Records in Medford
Jackson County also maintains marriage records through the County Clerk. The Jackson County marriage license office issues licenses and keeps marriage records for the county. These are not court records, but they are public documents held at the county level in Medford.
This county clerk page provides details on how to apply for a marriage license in Jackson County.
The Jackson County Justice Court is another court that serves parts of the county. It sits at 4173 Hamrick Road in Central Point. The Justice Court handles traffic tickets written by the Jackson County Sheriff, Oregon State Police, and other agencies. It also hears municipal code violations for Central Point, Talent, Phoenix, Jacksonville, and Shady Cove. Records from those cases are at the Justice Court, not the circuit court in Medford.
Public Access to Court Files
Most court records in Medford are public. Oregon's public records law under ORS 192.311 defines public records broadly. Anyone can request to see court files in Medford without stating a reason. The court cannot ask why you want the records. There are exceptions for juvenile cases, adoptions, mental health proceedings, and cases sealed by court order.
Jackson County was founded in 1852 and has been a regional center for southern Oregon ever since. The county is home to 11 incorporated cities, with Medford as the largest. The circuit court hears cases from all of them. Records from decades of legal proceedings are stored at the courthouse. Older files may be on paper, while newer cases are in the electronic system. Staff at the Medford courthouse can help you find records from either format.
Expungement is available for some criminal records in Medford. Under ORS 137.225, you can petition the court to set aside certain convictions after a waiting period. This seals the record from public view. Contact the court clerk or an attorney in Medford for details on whether your case qualifies.
Jackson County Court Records
Medford is the county seat of Jackson County. All major court filings for the county come through the Medford courthouse. For more details on the Jackson County court system, full fee schedules, and other resources, visit the Jackson County court records page.