Gresham Felony Records Search
Gresham felony records are handled by the Multnomah County Circuit Court. Gresham is the fourth largest city in Oregon and sits in the eastern part of Multnomah County. The city does not have its own criminal court. All felony cases from Gresham go through the county system. The East County Courthouse on SE Stark Street is the nearest court location for most Gresham residents looking for felony records.
Gresham Quick Facts
Gresham Police Felony Cases
The Gresham Police Department investigates felony crimes in the city. The department is based at the Public Safety Building, 1333 NW Eastman Parkway, Gresham, OR 97030. The general phone number is 503-618-2318. For non-emergency dispatch, call 503-823-3333. In an emergency, dial 911.
Gresham police take the first reports on felony crimes. Officers respond to calls, collect evidence, and arrest suspects. The department shares a non-emergency dispatch number with Portland since both cities are in Multnomah County. You can reach the Gresham Police Department by email at GPD@GreshamOregon.gov for general questions. The Gresham Police Department website has details on services and programs.
You can file some police reports online through the Gresham police website. The department also has a community comment form for feedback. Not all crimes can be reported online. Serious felony cases require an officer to come to the scene. Once police finish their investigation, felony cases go to the Multnomah County District Attorney for prosecution in Gresham.
Note: Police records from the Gresham Police Department are separate from court records at the Multnomah County Circuit Court.
Search Gresham Felony Records
You can search for Gresham felony records using three methods. Each one gives a different level of detail. Start with the free option and move to paid services if you need more information about felony cases from Gresham.
The Oregon Judicial Department offers a free case search at courts.oregon.gov. Enter a name or case number to find basic information. This tool covers all Oregon courts, including Multnomah County. It shows filing dates, charges, and case status. This is a quick way to check for Gresham felony records without any cost.
OJCIN provides more detailed search results. Access it at courts.oregon.gov for a small fee. The system shows party names, full case timelines, and outcomes. It is the best online tool for thorough searches of Gresham felony records. Legal professionals use OJCIN daily to research cases across Oregon.
The third option is visiting the courthouse. The East County Courthouse at 18480 SE Stark Street, Portland, OR 97233 is the closest location for Gresham residents. You can also go to the Central Courthouse at 1200 SW 1st Ave in Portland. Both locations can pull case files and make copies. Call 971-274-0700 for the East County location.
Gresham Felony Court Details
Gresham felony cases go to the Multnomah County Circuit Court. The closest courthouse for Gresham residents is the East County location. This courthouse handles cases from the eastern part of the county, including Gresham. It is part of the same system as the downtown Portland courthouses.
| Court | Multnomah County Circuit Court |
|---|---|
| East County | 18480 SE Stark Street Portland, OR 97233 |
| Phone | 971-274-0700 |
| Records Phone | 971-274-0570 |
| Records Email | mul.records@ojd.state.or.us |
| Website | courts.oregon.gov/courts/multnomah |
You can request Gresham felony records from any Multnomah County courthouse. The records are shared across all four locations. Plain copies cost $0.25 per page. Certified copies cost $5 each. Email requests to mul.records@ojd.state.or.us or call 971-274-0570. Include the case number or party name and what documents you need when requesting Gresham felony records.
Gresham Criminal History Search
Court records only cover one county. For a full criminal history across Oregon, use the Oregon State Police system. The OSP Computerized Criminal History check costs $33. It is fingerprint-based and shows arrests and charges from every county. This includes Gresham felony records in Multnomah County and any records from other parts of the state.
The Oregon DOC Offender Search is free. Go to docpub.state.or.us to look up current and former state prison inmates. This covers people convicted of felonies in Gresham who were sentenced to prison. The tool is open to the public with no fee or login needed. It shows basic details about the person, their charges, and their status.
Gresham shares the Multnomah County court system with Portland and other cities. A search of Multnomah County records will show cases from all cities in the county, not just Gresham. If you only want Gresham cases, look at the charging location or arresting agency in the case file to confirm the case is from Gresham.
Note: The City of Gresham website has links to local services but does not host court records directly.
Gresham Felony Expungement
Some Gresham felony records can be cleared under Oregon law. ORS 137.225 allows certain convictions to be set aside after a waiting period. Senate Bill 397 made more crimes eligible for expungement. You file the motion at the Multnomah County Circuit Court. The East County Courthouse on SE Stark Street is the closest filing location for most Gresham residents.
Not every felony qualifies. Violent crimes and sex offenses are usually excluded from expungement. You must have completed your sentence and have no pending charges. The waiting period varies by crime type. The Multnomah County DA can oppose your motion. If the court grants it, the Gresham felony record is sealed and removed from public search results.
Legal aid groups in the area may help with expungement at no cost. The process takes several months from start to finish. Check the statute first to see if your case qualifies. Under ORS 181A.220, criminal records held by police are confidential and have their own rules for access.
Access Gresham Felony Records
Gresham felony records are public. Anyone can request them from the Multnomah County Circuit Court. You do not need to be part of the case to get copies. The clerk's office handles all records requests for felony cases from Gresham and across the county.
To get copies of Gresham felony records, you can:
- Visit the East County Courthouse at 18480 SE Stark St
- Go to the Central Courthouse at 1200 SW 1st Ave in Portland
- Email your request to mul.records@ojd.state.or.us
- Call the records office at 971-274-0570
- Search online through OJCIN or the free case lookup
Some Gresham felony records are not available to the public. Juvenile cases are confidential. Expunged records are sealed. Grand jury materials are restricted. If a record has been sealed by court order, it will not appear in a public search. The clerk can tell you if a case exists but is restricted when you look for Gresham felony records.
Multnomah County Felony Records
Gresham is in Multnomah County. All felony cases from Gresham go through the Multnomah County Circuit Court. The county system also serves Portland and other cities. For full details on the court system, copy fees, and records access, visit the Multnomah County felony records page.