Medford Oregon Felony Records
Medford felony records are kept at the Jackson County Circuit Court. Medford is the county seat of Jackson County and the largest city in southern Oregon. Located in the Rogue Valley, Medford serves as a hub for the region's wine and tourism industries. Jackson County is the sixth most populous county in Oregon with over 200,000 residents. All felony cases from Medford are filed and heard at the Justice Building in downtown Medford.
Medford Quick Facts
Medford Felony Court Location
The Jackson County Circuit Court is the court that handles all felony cases from Medford. The courthouse is right in downtown Medford since the city is the county seat. You can visit the court to search for records, view case files, and get copies of documents.
| Court | Jackson County Circuit Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 S. Oakdale Avenue Medford, OR 97501-3127 |
| Phone | 541-776-7171 |
| Records Hours | 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
| Website | courts.oregon.gov/courts/jackson |
The records window is on the first floor of the Justice Building. It is closed during the lunch hour from noon to 1:00 PM. Arrive early for the best service. The court can get busy, and staff handle requests in the order they come in. Bring a valid ID when you visit to search for Medford felony records.
Note: The records room closes at 4:00 PM sharp, so plan your visit with enough time to complete your search.
Search Medford Felony Records
Oregon gives you three ways to search for felony records from Medford. You can search online, visit the court, or request records by mail. Each method connects to Jackson County court data. The online tools cover all Oregon courts in one search.
The OJD Find a Case tool is the fastest way to start. Go to courts.oregon.gov and enter a name or case number. The system shows matching cases from Jackson County and other courts across Oregon. You can see filing dates, charges, and case status. For full document copies, contact the Jackson County clerk at 541-776-7171 or visit the courthouse in Medford.
The Jackson County records page has details on how to submit requests by mail. Include the case number or full name of the person. Include payment for any copies you need. The court accepts cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, and Discover for Medford felony record copies.
Medford Court Record Fees
Fees for copies of Medford felony records follow the state schedule. The Jackson County court charges standard rates set by Oregon law. These fees apply to all record requests at the courthouse in Medford.
Current copy fees for Medford felony records are:
- Plain copies: $0.25 per page
- Certified copies: $5 each
- Exemplified copies: $10 each
- OSP criminal history check: $33
Jackson County does not provide written transcripts of court hearings. Audio recordings are available instead. Digital delivery of audio files up to 500MB costs $10. A CD picked up at the courthouse costs $11. A CD mailed to your address costs $14.92. You need FTR Player software to listen to the audio files. These are delivered through SFTP for digital requests.
Note: Audio recordings can be critical for reviewing what happened at a Medford felony hearing, since no written transcript is produced.
Medford Criminal Record Tools
Beyond the Jackson County court, Oregon offers state level tools to find criminal records. The Oregon State Police criminal history check costs $33 and covers every county. Results take 7 to 10 business days. This is useful when you need records from multiple counties, not just Jackson County.
The Oregon Department of Corrections runs a free offender search. Enter a name to see if anyone matches. This tool shows people who served time in state prison. It does not include those who only served time in the Jackson County jail. For local custody data, contact the Jackson County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff runs the county jail and can provide current booking information.
The City of Medford website provides links to city services. While felony records are managed by the county court, the city site can help you find contact information for the Medford Police Department and other local agencies. The Jackson County Sheriff also produces the "Status Check" podcast, which covers public safety topics across the county.
Medford Felony Case Process
A felony case in Medford begins when the Jackson County District Attorney files charges. Felonies are crimes that carry more than one year in state prison. Common charges include assault, drug offenses, burglary, and theft over a certain dollar amount. Once charges are filed, the case enters the Jackson County Circuit Court system.
The case goes through several stages at the courthouse in Medford. The defendant is arraigned and enters a plea. If the case is not resolved by a plea deal, it moves to trial. A grand jury may hear the case first. Each step creates records that go into the public case file. These Medford felony records are available for public review at the court.
After a conviction, the record is reported to the Oregon State Police database. A Medford felony conviction will show up in both the court records and the OSP criminal history system. Even cases that end in acquittal or dismissal stay in the court file unless a judge orders them sealed under Oregon law.
Medford Felony Expungement
Some Medford felony records can be set aside under ORS 137.225. This law allows eligible people to ask the court to seal their criminal record. Not all felonies qualify for a set-aside. Serious person crimes and sex offenses cannot be sealed in Oregon.
To file for a set-aside, you submit a motion to the Jackson County Circuit Court in Medford. The court reviews the case and decides whether to grant the request. If approved, the Medford felony record is sealed and will not show in most public searches. Senate Bill 397 changed the waiting periods for many types of offenses. Some Medford residents may now qualify sooner than they could before.
Oregon also has rules about how police share certain records. Under ORS 181A.220, there are limits on the release of some criminal history data by law enforcement. This law applies to police records, not court files. Court records in Medford remain public unless a judge orders them sealed.
Medford Records and the Region
Medford sits at the heart of the Rogue Valley in southern Oregon. The area is known for wine, tourism, and outdoor recreation. Jackson County has 11 cities, and Medford is by far the largest. The county's population of over 200,000 makes the court one of the busier systems in the state.
Oregon law treats most court records as open to the public. You have the right to view and copy Medford felony records unless a judge has sealed them. The Jackson County court handles a high volume of cases each year. Staff process record requests in the order they arrive. For the best service, visit during morning hours when the records window first opens at 8:00 AM.
- Records window open 8 AM to noon, 1 PM to 4 PM
- Walk-in and mail requests both accepted
- Cash, check, and major credit cards accepted
Jackson County Felony Records
Medford is in Jackson County, and all felony filings go through the Jackson County Circuit Court. The court handles cases for all 11 cities in the county from the Justice Building in Medford. For more on the county court system, audio records, sheriff services, and other resources, visit the Jackson County felony records page.