What are Hillsboro Public Records?
The Oregon Public Records Law describes Hillsboro public records as information generated, used, or preserved by government agencies while conducting official business. If a court order or other law does not exempt access to a public record, copies of the record can be obtained by interested persons. However, the Oregon Public Records Law states that some records should not be available to the public. Some of these records include:
- Juvenile records
- Child abuse reports
- Trade secrets
- Adoption records
- Some medical records
- Records of active law enforcement investigations
Hillsboro Crime Statistics
Through its Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) publishes annual crime statistics for the city of Hillsboro. According to figures released in 2019, Hillsboro recorded a total of 2,438 crimes, including 274 violent crimes and 2,164 property crimes. Reported violent crimes include 77 rape cases, 56 robberies, and 141 cases of aggravated assault. In 2019, there was no case of murder and nonnegligent manslaughter. Furthermore, reported Hillsboro property crimes, including 175 burglaries, 210 motor vehicle thefts, and 19 cases of arson. With 1,779 recorded incidents, larceny-theft was the city's most committed crime in 2019. In 2018, the UCR reported 287 violent crimes and 2,077 property crimes for Hillsboro. Compared to 2018, the Hillsboro crime rate fell by 3% in 2019.
Are Hillsboro Criminal Records Public?
The Hillsboro Police Department (HPD) provides public access to criminal history information. Under Oregon Law, the general public may obtain criminal records on any resident. However, information obtainable for third-party requests is limited. The HPD only issues Criminal Background Clearances, which are notarized letters that state whether or not a person has a criminal record. The document does not contain any specifics on existing crimes, arrests, or charges, and only covers criminal information in the HPD's custody. To obtain a Hillsboro criminal record, requesters must enclose a completed Criminal Background Clearance request form with a $10 payment. Send to:
Hillsboro Police Department
250 Southeast 10th Avenue
Hillsboro, OR 97213
Phone: (503) 681-6175
Fax: (503) 681-6267
Persons interested in obtaining comprehensive criminal records may contact the Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division of the Oregon State Police (OSP). Records obtained from the OSP include arrest dates, offense details, the arresting agency, court of origin, and court disposition.
How to Obtain Hillsboro Police Reports and Arrest Records
The Hillsboro Police Department provides police reports and arrests records to interested requestors. Individuals may download and complete the HPD's public records request form, specifying a police report as the type of record requested. Include the date and time of the incident, case number, incident location, names of involved persons, and the requestor's relationship to the person named on the record. Each report costs $12. Processing takes a minimum of 24 hours and may last up to 14 days. Acceptable modes of payment include cash, business checks, cashier's checks, money orders, and cards from Mastercard or Visa for in-person requests. Send the request or visit the HPD using the following details:
Hillsboro Police Department
250 Southeast 10th Avenue
Hillsboro, OR 97213
Phone: (503) 681-6175
Fax: (503) 681-6267
The HPD will contact the requestor when the record is ready. If the requestor does not pick up within seven days of the notice, all paid fees are forfeited. However, if the request is denied, the HPD will inform the requester and process a refund within ten business days of the denial.
How to Find Sex Offender Information in Hillsboro
The Oregon State Police maintains an online sex offender registry that contains statewide details of registered sex offenders. Interested parties can conduct a search by name, address, or map. The registry displays each offender's name, age, gender, date of birth, residential address, and physical description. The offender's photograph is also available. The OSP's sex offender database only contains details of Level 3 sex offenders since these persons are the most likely registrants to re-offend. To find more information on sex offenders or report inaccuracies found on the registry, send an email to sexoffender.questions@osp.oregon.gov, or call (503) 934-1258.
How to Find Hillsboro Inmate Records
The Washington County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) maintains records of all inmates detained anywhere in the county. Interested persons may find Hillsboro inmate records on the WCSO's inmate custody list by selecting the first letter of the last name from the letters provided on the page. Obtainable information includes the offender's booking number, charge details, case number, court, arrest date, arresting agency, and scheduled release date. The page further displays the inmate's date of birth and physical description. The WCSO also provides a 24-hour arrest and release log.
How Do I Visit an Inmate in the Washington County Jail?
An inmate's family and friends may visit the jail if already approved on the inmate's visiting list. Prospective visitors not currently on the list must first write to the inmate, providing the following personal details:
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Driver's license or state ID number along with the state of issue
- Telephone number
- Address
Note that jail staff has the authority to approve or deny requests to list visitors. However, officials do not list or suggest social visitors of inmates. Each inmate is allowed a maximum of five persons on the visiting list, including visitors ten years or older. Children under the age of 10 do not count against the maximum number allowed on the list. Regardless, the inmate must include said persons. A visitor 15 years old or younger may only visit under the inmate's legal guardianship and must visit in the company of the other legal guardian or parent. Visitors aged 16 or 17 must visit in the company of a parent or legal guardian unless the person is the inmate's legally-married spouse.
All visitors must present a valid government-issued ID at check-in. Each inmate is allowed only two social visits each week, with each visit lasting a maximum of one hour. No more than two visitors may show up for a visit. Visitation takes place every day except Fridays, in three daily visiting sessions. These include 8:00 am to 10:30 am 1:00 p.m to 4:30 p.m and 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. Visits on Mondays are only from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. Visitors must be sober at all times, well behaved, and not show up in clothing considered offensive, sexually suggestive, or otherwise inappropriate.
Court Records
The city of Hillsboro sits the Washington County Circuit Court, which has jurisdiction over all Hillsboro cases. The city has a Municipal Court, a court with limited jurisdiction over some criminal, civil, and traffic matters. The Municipal Court also hears violations of city ordinances.
Locations of Courts in Hillsboro
Washington County Circuit Court
Washington County Courthouse
145 Northeast 2nd Avenue
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Phone: (503) 846-8888
Washington County Circuit Court
Justice Services Building
150 North 1st Avenue, MS 37
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Phone: (503) 846-8888
Washington County Circuit Court
Juvenile Services Building
222 North 1st Avenue
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Phone: (503) 846-4701
Washington County Circuit Court
Law Enforcement Center
215 Southwest Adams Avenue
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Phone: (503) 846-8888
Hillsboro Municipal Court
150 East Main Street
Hillsboro, OR 97123
Phone: (503) 681-6157
Fax: (503) 681-6282
Are Hillsboro Court Records Public?
Hillsboro court records are public documents. All residents may make requests to the Washington County Circuit Court to obtain copies of most court records. However, access to some court records may be restricted. For instance, juvenile and adoption court case records are closed to the general public. Also, sealed or expunged court records are inaccessible.
Can You Look Up a Hillsboro Court Case Online?
The Oregon Judicial Department (OJD) provides remote access to court case information through its OJD Records and Calendar Search. However, note that certain records, such as juvenile, mental health, adoption, and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) matters are unavailable online.
How to Obtain Hillsboro Court Case Records
The Washington County Circuit Court maintains public court records and issues copies to all interested parties. Anyone may obtain court case records online, by mail, or in person. Copies are available online through the OJD Records and Calendar Search or by completing the online web form. Filling the form requires the involved party's full name, case number or year filed, and the specific document type requested. Online requestors may receive desired records by email, regular mail, or in person.
To obtain a Hillsboro court case record by mail, complete the Circuit Court's public records request form. Include the case type, approximate file date, names on the case, case number, and the requestor's contact details. Each plain copy costs 25 cents per page. Certification or exemplification cost an extra $5 or $10, respectively. Fees are payable by checks made out to "State of Oregon". Requestors may send blank checks if unsure of the exact cost. Mail the documents to:
Washington County Circuit Court
Records Department, Room 110J
150 North 1st Avenue
Hillsboro, OR 97124
To obtain records in person or pick up records already requested, visit the above address.
What are Hillsboro Vital Records?
Hillsboro vital records are documents that contain details of life events that occur in the city. Vital records carry information on births, deaths, divorces, and marriages. Eligible persons may obtain Hillsboro vital records from the respective record custodians.
Where and How to Obtain Hillsboro Divorce Records
The Washington County Circuit court issues copies of Hillsboro divorce decrees to requestors. Interested persons may contact the court by mail or visit the court's records department in person. To obtain a Hillsboro divorce decree by mail, send a written request which includes the names of both divorced parties, the divorce date, and other relevant details. Send the request to the court or visit at:
Washington County Circuit Court
Records Department, Room 110J
150 North 1st Avenue
Hillsboro, OR 97124
The Oregon Center for Health Statistics provides records of divorces in the form of divorce certificates. Access to Hillsboro divorce certificates is restricted to:
- Either registrant named on the record
- The registrant's sibling, parent, grandparent, legal guardian, adult child, spouse, or domestic partner
- The registrant's legal representative or any other authorized person
To request a Hillsboro divorce certificate, residents must complete a divorce record order form available in English and Spanish. The first copy of a record costs a non-refundable $25 fee to search for a five-year period. Requestors will be charged $1 for each additional year searched. Make payment by check or money order made out to OHA/Vital Records. Send the completed form, payment, and a copy of a valid government-issued ID to:
Oregon Vital Records
P.O. Box 14050
Portland, OR 97293-0050
Where and How to Get Hillsboro Marriage Records
The Washington County Recording Office maintains and issues copies of marriage records to requestors. Under Oregon law, only the married parties, immediate family members, and legal representatives may obtain copies. If eligible, residents must send a written request with the full names of both parties to the marriage, the marriage date, and the requestor's contact details. Each copy costs $7.75. Mail the request to:
Washington County Recording Office
155 North 1st Avenue
Suite 130 MS9
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Phone: (503) 846-8752
Fax: (503) 846-3909
Email: at@co.washington.or.us
Interested parties may also visit the above address for in-person requests.
Where and How to Find Hillsboro Birth Records
Individuals may obtain Hillsboro birth records from the Washington County Department of Health and Human Services. Under Oregon law, birth records are not considered public. Access is restricted to the following persons:
- The biological mother named on the certificate, except the baby was given up for adoption
- The biological father named on the certificate, except the father is not legally married to the mother, and there was no voluntary acknowledgment of paternity
- Maternal and paternal grandparents
- The baby's legal representative, including physicians and attorneys
Note that records are only available from the Washington Department of Health and Human Services until the last day of the fifth month from the birth date. To obtain a copy, requesters must complete a birth record order form available in English or Spanish. The completed form must include the child's full legal name, date of birth, gender, hospital or location of birth, and city of birth. Include both parent's full names and dates of birth. Each record costs $25, payable by check or money order made out to "Vital Records". Send the completed form, valid government-issued ID, and payment to:
Washington County HHS – Vital Records
155 North First Avenue, MS 5
Hillsboro, OR 97124
In-person requestors may visit the Washington County Department of Health and Human Services with the completed form, valid ID, and payment. Cash payments are accepted in person. Visit:
Washington County HHS – Vital Records
155 North First Avenue
Room 170
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Hours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday
For records six months or older, send all required documents by mail to the Oregon Health Authority at:
P.O. Box 14050
Portland, OR 97232
Where and How to Find Hillsboro Death Records
Access to Hillsboro death records is restricted to the immediate family members of the decedent and authorized representatives. Eligible persons may request death records from the Washington County Department of Health and Human Services until the last day of the fifth month from the child's date of birth. To order by mail, complete a death record order form. Fill in the decedent's full legal name, date of death, location or address of death, and the name of the decedent's spouse. Each record costs $25, payable by check or money order made out to "Vital Records". Send the completed form with payment and a copy of a valid government-issued ID to:
Washington County HHS – Vital Records
155 North First Avenue, MS 5
Hillsboro, OR 97124
For in-person records, visit:
Washington County HHS – Vital Records
155 North First Avenue
Room 170
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Hours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday
For Hillsboro death records six months or older, send requests to the Oregon Health Authority at:
P.O. Box 14050
Portland, OR 97232
