Find Tillamook County Court Records

Tillamook County court records are maintained by the Circuit Court in Tillamook, the county seat on the Oregon coast. The court provides fair and accessible justice services to all residents. Court filings, case documents, and judicial records are available through the clerk's office and through online state systems. Tillamook County has kept court records since 1853, when the county was first formed. Whether you need a civil case file, a criminal court record, or a family court document, the Tillamook County courthouse is where these records are stored and made available to the public.

Tillamook County Circuit Court

The Tillamook County Circuit Court is one of 36 state trial courts in Oregon. It handles all case types, from civil lawsuits to criminal charges, family law to probate, and traffic cases. The court staff maintains all documents in the local court files and assists the public with requests for copies. Records requests in Tillamook County are handled on a first come, first served basis.

Tillamook County was created in 1853 from parts of Yamhill County and Clatsop County. The county was named after the Tillamook people, the Native American tribe that lived in the region. The county seat shares the same name. Court records in Tillamook County date back to the year it was formed, giving the county more than 170 years of judicial history.

The Tillamook County Circuit Court website provides court news, contact details, and general information about the court.

Visit this page for updates on court hours, filing procedures, and staff contact information in Tillamook County.

Accessing Tillamook County Court Records

You can access court records in Tillamook County in several ways. At the courthouse, newer case documents are available on kiosk computers in the lobby. These let you search and view case information at no charge. Older case files that have not been put into the digital system can be reviewed by asking the clerk to retrieve the file from storage.

The Tillamook County records page explains the full request process and lists all fees. Non-confidential and non-sealed records are available to anyone. Court staff can look up cases by name or case number. You can also use the OJD free Online Record Search to find case numbers and specific documents before you place a request with the Tillamook County clerk.

Note: Please allow five business days from receipt of your request for the Tillamook County court to process it.

Tillamook County Court Records Requests

To request copies of court documents in Tillamook County, you need the case number and the specific documents or hearing dates. The records request form is available online through the court website. You can also call 503-842-2596 with questions about your request.

Court staff will calculate the total cost after your request is made. If copies are being mailed, postage is added. Standard copies cost 25 cents per page. Certified copies are $5.00 per document plus page charges. Exemplified copies are $10.00. The court can email PDF documents and certify them electronically. To use a certified electronic copy, you must be able to print it in color. All fees must be paid in full before the court makes copies or sends email versions from the Tillamook County clerk's office.

Files more than ten years old or requests for a large amount of data may take extra time to retrieve. The Tillamook County court asks that you allow additional days for these types of requests.

Online Court Records for Tillamook County

The free OJD Records and Calendar Search at courts.oregon.gov covers Tillamook County and all other Oregon courts. Search by case number or party name to find basic case details. This includes filing dates, case types, party names, and court dates. No account is needed.

For deeper access to Tillamook County court records, use the OJCIN OnLine subscription system. It holds the official register of actions and judgment dockets. New users pay a $150 setup fee and sign a terms of use form. Monthly fees vary. The system provides access to filed documents, hearing details, and judgment information. Court staff in Tillamook County update data daily, though short delays between a filing and its entry can occur. Under ORS 193.077, the online data is not the official record. The official record stays at the Tillamook County Courthouse.

The state court website provides guidance on how to find a case or court record in any Oregon county, including Tillamook County.

You can use the free OJD search to find a case number or check on a filing before contacting the clerk directly in Tillamook County.

Tillamook County Court Audio Recordings

The Tillamook County Circuit Court records audio of all court proceedings held on the record. Copies are transferred through a secure website using digital technology. The court uses the "For The Record" system, which is proprietary. You need the free FTR Player to listen to audio files. At this time, the FTR software is not compatible with Apple devices.

State law restricts audio copies for certain case types in Tillamook County. Adoption and juvenile case recordings are confidential. If you request audio from a restricted case, you may need to show identification and pick up copies in person.

Public Access to Tillamook County Case Files

Most court records in Tillamook County are open to the public. Oregon's public records law under ORS 192.311 makes government records presumptively open. You do not have to be involved in a case to request its files. The courthouse has public access terminals for free searches during business hours.

Some records are not open. Juvenile files are confidential under ORS 419A.255. Adoption records, mental health cases, and matters under the Violence Against Women Act are also restricted in Tillamook County. If a judge seals a case, those records need a court order to view.

Types of Tillamook County Case Records

The circuit court in Tillamook County maintains records for all case types it hears. Civil case files cover lawsuits, property disputes, and money judgments. Criminal case records include charges, pleas, trial documents, and sentencing orders. Family court filings handle divorce, custody, support, and adoption. Probate records cover wills, estates, and guardianship matters. Traffic violations that go to court also produce case records.

Every case in Tillamook County has a register of actions under ORS 7.020. This log shows every event in the case, including filing dates, hearing dates, and judgment dates. The register is the official record but does not contain copies of the actual documents.

Note: Tillamook County court records follow the same format and legal standards as every other circuit court in Oregon.

Record Expungement in Tillamook County

Under ORS 137.225, certain criminal records in Oregon can be set aside. Dismissed charges can be expunged at any time. Class B and C misdemeanors have a one-year wait. Class A misdemeanors require three years. File a motion with the Tillamook County Circuit Court to begin. You also need a criminal history check from the Oregon State Police at (503) 378-3070.

If the court approves the motion, the criminal record is sealed from public access in Tillamook County. The record still exists but is no longer visible in public searches or at the courthouse. Processing the criminal history check takes up to fourteen business days.

Historical Tillamook County Court Records

Tillamook County has court records dating to 1853. The county clerk holds marriage records from 1854 and land records from 1853. Older court files may include naturalization papers, early probate cases, and historical civil and criminal matters. The Oregon State Archives holds some of these documents. They can be viewed in Salem or requested on microfilm through interlibrary loan.

For records still at the Tillamook County Courthouse, contact the clerk. Staff can tell you what is on site and what may have been transferred to the state archives. Very old files may take extra time to locate and retrieve.

Nearby Counties

Tillamook County borders Clatsop County, Washington County, Yamhill County, Polk County, and Lincoln County. The county sits along the Pacific coast. If you are not sure which county handles your case, check the address where the events took place. The Tillamook County clerk can help you verify whether a case is on file at the courthouse.