Lane County Felony Records

Lane County felony records are filed and stored at the Circuit Court in Eugene. Lane County spans over 4,600 square miles, making it nearly the size of Connecticut. The court sits at 125 East 8th Avenue in Eugene and handles all criminal cases for the county. Felony charges in Lane County move through this court from filing to final judgment. Public access to these records is available both in person and through state systems.

Lane County Circuit Court

The Lane County Circuit Court processes all felony cases filed in the county. Court Administration is led by Elizabeth Rambo. The ADA coordinator is Stephanie Roberts, who can be reached at 541-682-4020 or LAN.ADA@ojd.state.or.us. The court is at 125 East 8th Avenue in Eugene, OR 97401.

Lane County also operates a Juvenile Justice Center at 2727 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd in Eugene. This facility handles cases involving minors charged with felony offenses in Lane County. The main courthouse processes all adult felony records. Both locations fall under the same court system and share case management tools.

Lane County Felony Records Requests

Lane County felony records cannot be requested by telephone. You must submit a written request or visit in person. Email requests go to LANCopyRequest@ojd.state.or.us. The court provides public terminals on the main floor lobby where you can view cases from 2014 forward at no charge.

For felony cases filed before 2014 in Lane County, you need to submit a Document Request Form. Staff will pull the older records and make copies. Processing times vary based on the age and size of the file. Lane County keeps detailed felony records going back many years, but older files may take more time to locate.

Lane County does not offer written transcripts of court hearings. You must find your own transcriber if you need a typed version of any felony hearing. Audio recordings are available for purchase from the court.

Note: Public terminals in the lobby let you view Lane County felony cases from 2014 onward without any fee.

Record Fees in Lane County

Lane County charges set fees for copies of felony records. Paper and electronic options are both available. The fee schedule covers standard, certified, and exemplified copies of Lane County court records.

Paper copy fees for Lane County felony records are as follows:

• Standard copy: $3.00 plus $0.25 per page
• Certified copy: $5.00 plus $0.25 per page
• Exemplified copy: $10.00 plus $0.25 per page

Electronic copies from Lane County cost $3.00 for a digital emailed copy, $5.00 for a certified digital copy, and $10.00 for a digital exemplified copy. Audio records of felony hearings cost $10.00 per hearing or per day. A CD copy costs $1.00 plus $10.00 per request. These fees apply to all felony records in Lane County regardless of case type.

Search Lane County Court Records

Oregon eCourt Case Information gives online access to Lane County felony records. You can search by name or case number through the OJCIN system. This tool covers all Oregon circuit courts, including Lane County. A small fee applies for detailed record views.

The Oregon Courts search page also helps you find the right court for your records request. For Lane County felony cases, the Eugene courthouse is your primary point of contact. You can also check the Oregon State Police criminal history system for statewide felony records that include Lane County cases.

In-person searches at Lane County use the public terminals on the main floor. These free kiosks show cases from 2014 to the present. Staff can assist with older felony records if you need files from before that date.

Lane County Felony Law Enforcement

The Lane County Sheriff's Office plays a key role in felony cases across the county. The office is committed to justice and integrity, sworn to protect and honored to serve. Nearly 300 staff members plus volunteers cover the county's vast area.

Sheriff deputies patrol urban, suburban, and rural areas in Lane County. They also cover timberlands, waterways, and coastal dunes. Services tied to felony cases include criminal investigation, court security, prisoner transport, and evidence management. The office runs 24/7 dispatch and search and rescue operations across Lane County.

Note: Lane County Sheriff deputies handle felony arrests and evidence for cases that go through the Circuit Court in Eugene.

Lane County Felony Expungement

Oregon law allows some felony convictions to be set aside. Under ORS 137.225, certain felonies in Lane County may qualify for expungement after a waiting period. Not all felony charges are eligible. Class A felonies and some person crimes cannot be set aside.

To start the process in Lane County, you file a motion with the Circuit Court in Eugene. The court reviews your case and criminal history. The district attorney has a chance to object. If the court grants the motion, the felony record is sealed from public view in Lane County. You can check ORS 181A.220 for rules on criminal records and how they connect to the expungement process.

The Oregon Department of Corrections offender search may still show some records even after a Lane County felony is set aside. State and court systems update at different speeds.

Lane County Government Records

The Lane County government website provides access to many county services. These include Animal Services, Elections, Health, Public Safety, and Records Requests. While felony records come from the court, some related records are held by county departments.

Lane County government offices can help with records that connect to felony cases. Police reports come from the law enforcement agency that made the arrest, not the court. Property records and other county documents may also be relevant in some felony matters. Contact the specific Lane County department for records outside the court system.

Cities in Lane County

Lane County includes Eugene, Springfield, and many smaller towns. All felony cases in these cities are filed at the Lane County Circuit Court in Eugene. The courthouse serves the entire county from one location.

Nearby Counties

Lane County borders Douglas County, Linn County, Benton County, and Deschutes County. If you are unsure which county handled a felony case, check the arrest location. You must search in the correct county to find the right felony records. Each county court maintains its own case files.