Deschutes County Felony Records

Deschutes County felony records are kept by the Circuit Court in Bend. This is Central Oregon's largest county and one of the fastest growing regions in the state. The court processes all criminal cases filed here. Felony records include charges, court filings, plea entries, and sentencing outcomes. Deschutes County is a hub for outdoor recreation, and its growing population has brought a steady volume of court cases. These records are public and can be searched online or at the courthouse.

Deschutes County Circuit Court

The Deschutes County Circuit Court handles all felony cases in the county. The courthouse is in Bend. Staff can help you look up criminal cases by name or case number. You can visit in person or call ahead.

Deschutes County has seen rapid growth over the past two decades. Bend alone has more than doubled in size. This growth has increased the volume of felony cases the court handles each year. Drug charges, property crimes, and assault cases make up a large share of the docket. All felony records from these cases are stored at the courthouse and in the state court system. The court records page has details on how to request copies and what is available online.

Deschutes County Felony Records Search

You have three ways to search Deschutes County felony records. The free option is the Oregon Judicial Department's case lookup tool. It covers every circuit court in Oregon. Type in a name or case number. You get basic details like charges, filing dates, and case status. This is the fastest way to check for felony cases in Deschutes County.

OJCIN is the paid option. It stands for Oregon Judicial Case Information Network. Monthly plans cost between $27 and $1,620. OJCIN gives you full case details, hearing dates, and party information for Deschutes County criminal records. Sign up at courts.oregon.gov.

You can also go to the courthouse in Bend. The clerk can search records and make copies for you. Bring a valid ID. If you have a case number, the search goes faster. Walk-ins are welcome during business hours.

Note: Online results may not include sealed or expunged felony records from Deschutes County.

Criminal Records Through OSP

Oregon State Police maintain criminal history records for the entire state. This includes all Deschutes County felony cases reported by local law enforcement. A criminal history check costs $33 and is fingerprint-based. Processing takes 7 to 10 business days.

Submit your request through the OSP Criminal History unit. The report covers arrests, charges, and dispositions across Oregon. Deschutes County felony records will appear if they are on file with OSP. This is a more complete check than the court system alone. It pulls from law enforcement databases statewide.

Deschutes County Record Costs

The DOC offender search is free. Visit docpub.state.or.us to look up anyone who served time in Oregon state prison. This tool covers Deschutes County felony convictions that led to a prison sentence. It shows current status, sentence length, and release dates.

Court record copies from Deschutes County follow the state fee schedule:

• Plain copies: $0.25 per page
• Certified copies: $5.00 each
• Exemplified copies: $10.00 each
• OSP criminal history: $33.00
• OJCIN plans: $27 to $1,620 per month

You can pay at the courthouse in Bend. Mail requests require payment by check or money order. Fees may change, so verify current rates with the Deschutes County clerk before sending payment.

Expungement of Felony Records

Some Deschutes County felony records can be expunged under Oregon law. The statute is ORS 137.225. Senate Bill 397, passed in 2022, broadened the list of eligible offenses. More people in Deschutes County may now qualify to have old felony cases sealed.

Person crimes and sex offenses generally cannot be expunged. The waiting period varies by offense type and sentence. To start, you file a motion with the Deschutes County Circuit Court. The court checks your full criminal history before making a decision. If the motion is granted, the felony record is sealed from public view. Court forms for expungement are available at courts.oregon.gov.

Note: Even after expungement, Deschutes County records remain accessible to law enforcement under certain conditions defined by state law.

Deschutes County Access Rules

Felony court records in Deschutes County are public. You do not need to be a party to the case to view them. But law enforcement records follow stricter rules. Under ORS 181A.220, criminal records held by police are confidential. Five exceptions exist that allow release.

Some case types never appear in public searches. VAWA protection cases are sealed. So are adoption files, juvenile cases, and mental health proceedings. The Oregon courts records page lists what you can and cannot access online for Deschutes County.

Felony Cases in Deschutes County

Deschutes County covers a large area of Central Oregon. Bend is the county seat and the biggest city. Redmond, Sisters, La Pine, and Sunriver are other communities in the county. All felony cases from these areas go through the Circuit Court in Bend.

The county's rapid growth has brought more people and more court activity. Felony charges in Deschutes County range from drug possession and delivery to theft, burglary, assault, and DUII. The court processes hundreds of criminal cases each year. All records from these cases are stored in the state system and at the local courthouse. Central Oregon's role as an outdoor recreation hub means seasonal population changes can affect case volumes too.

Cities in Deschutes County

Deschutes County has several cities and communities. All felony cases are handled by the Circuit Court in Bend.

Nearby Counties

Deschutes County borders Crook County, Jefferson County, Lane County, Klamath County, and Lake County. If you are not sure where a felony case was filed, check the arrest location or the charging document. Each county maintains its own criminal records at the local Circuit Court. Filing in the wrong county can delay your search.