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How do I request a public record? You must make a public records request to the government agency or official who has or controls the record. You may submit your request in writing, including email. All public bodies in Oregon must have a written procedure for making public records requests.

One option is to check the website of your local police department or sheriff's office. Many of these websites have a section listing recent arrests, which is often where you can find mugshots. Another place to look for recent mugshots is on your local newspaper's website.

Call, Email, or Visit Your Local Court Additionally, each local circuit court has a free public access terminal where you can look up case information for most cases (state and federal law require courts to protect some information).

While the state of Oregon supports the right of the public to view court records or court case information, there are exemptions to this rule provided by ORS 192.345 and 192.355.

Oregon statutes allow anyone the right to inspect any public record that is not exempt from disclosure, regardless of requester's intent. A request under the Federal Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is fulfilled under Oregon public records law; however, FOIA time frames and provisions don't apply.

Oregon Public Criminal Records The CJIS Division can provide criminal history reports upon request. The Open Records Portal is an online tool that allows the public to conduct a name-based search on themselves or another individual. A $10 fee per search is required, and the report can be delivered by mail or e-mail.