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Coos County Arrest Records

Are Arrest Records Public in Coos County

Arrest records in Coos County are generally considered public records under Oregon law. Pursuant to Oregon Revised Statutes § 192.311–192.478, commonly known as the Oregon Public Records Law, members of the public may inspect and obtain copies of records maintained by state and local government agencies, including law enforcement records, unless a specific statutory exemption applies. Arrest records — which document the act of taking an individual into custody — are distinct from conviction records, which reflect a court's formal finding of guilt following trial or a guilty plea. An arrest record does not indicate that the subject was charged, prosecuted, or convicted of any offense. Under current law, certain arrest records may be withheld if disclosure would interfere with an ongoing investigation, endanger a witness, or violate another enumerated exemption under ORS § 192.345. The Coos County Sheriff's Office and the Coos County Circuit Court are the principal custodians of arrest-related records within the county.

What's in Coos County Arrest Records

Coos County arrest records contain a standardized set of data fields compiled at the time of booking and throughout the initial stages of the criminal justice process. The specific contents of an arrest record may vary depending on the arresting agency and the nature of the incident.

Arrestee Identifying Information:

Full legal name and any known aliases
Date of birth and age at time of arrest
Physical descriptors including height, weight, hair color, and eye color
Race and gender
Last known residential address

Arrest Details:

Date, time, and location of the arrest
Name and badge number of the arresting officer
Arresting agency (e.g., Coos County Sheriff's Office, Coquille Police Department)
Incident or case report number

Charge Information:

Specific criminal charges filed at the time of arrest
Oregon Revised Statutes citation for each charge
Classification of offense (felony, misdemeanor, or violation)

Warrant Information (if applicable):

Warrant number and issuing court
Date warrant was issued
Jurisdiction of the originating warrant

Booking Information:

Date and time of booking into the Coos County Jail
Booking number assigned by the facility
Photograph (mugshot) taken at intake
Fingerprint records

Bond/Bail Information:

Bail amount set by the court or arresting officer
Type of release (own recognizance, cash bail, surety bond)
Conditions of release, if any

Court Information:

Scheduled arraignment date and courtroom
Case number assigned by the Coos County Circuit Court
Presiding judge, if assigned at time of record creation

Custody Status:

Current custody status (in custody, released, transferred)
Location of detention if currently held

Additional Information May Include:

Prior arrest history referenced in the booking record
Detainer or hold information from other jurisdictions
Notations regarding the subject's behavior or medical needs at intake

How To Look Up Arrest Records in Coos County in 2026

Members of the public seeking arrest records in Coos County may submit requests through several official channels. The process is governed by the Oregon Public Records Law, and agencies are generally required to respond to written requests within five business days.

Coos County Sheriff's Office: Submit a written public records request to the Sheriff's Office Records Division. Requests may be submitted in person, by mail, or by email. Requesters should include the full name of the subject, approximate date of arrest, and any known case or booking numbers to facilitate the search. Fees for copies are established by the agency and must be paid prior to release of records.
Coos County Circuit Court: Court records related to criminal cases, including charging documents and case dispositions, are maintained by the Circuit Court clerk's office. Requests may be submitted in person at the courthouse or through the Oregon Judicial Department's online systems.
Oregon State Police — Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS): For statewide criminal history information, members of the public may submit a request through the Oregon State Police criminal history record check program. This service provides compiled criminal offender information maintained at the state level.
Written Request Requirements: All requests should identify the requester, describe the records sought with reasonable specificity, and indicate the preferred method of delivery. Agencies may charge reasonable fees for search, duplication, and review time.

Coos County Sheriff's Office 250 N. Baxter Street, Coquille, OR 97423 (541) 396-3121 Coos County Sheriff's Office

Coos County Circuit Court 250 N. Baxter Street, Coquille, OR 97423 (541) 396-3121 ext. 240 Public Counter Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Coos & Curry County Circuit Courts

How To Find Coos County Arrest Records Online

Several official online platforms currently provide access to Coos County arrest and court records without requiring an in-person visit.

OJCIN OnLine: The Oregon Judicial Department operates OJCIN OnLine (Oregon Judicial Case Information Network), which serves as the official repository for court case records statewide. Registered users may search case records by party name, case number, or filing date. Subscription fees apply for full access, though basic case index searches are available at no cost.
OJD Records and Calendar Search: The Oregon Judicial Department also provides a public-facing court records and calendar search tool that allows members of the public to locate scheduled hearings and review available case information. Certain records are restricted from online display pursuant to federal or state law.
Oregon State Police CJIS: Statewide criminal history records, including arrest data submitted by county agencies, are accessible through the Oregon State Police criminal history record check portal. Individuals may request their own records or, under specific circumstances, records pertaining to others.
Coos County Records Inventory: The Coos County Records Inventory maintained by the Oregon Secretary of State's Archives Division documents the categories of records held at the Coos County Courthouse, including circuit court criminal records, sheriff's records, and microfilmed historical documents.

How To Search Coos County Arrest Records for Free?

Certain arrest and court records in Coos County are accessible at no cost through official government platforms.

Oregon Judicial Department Case Search: The OJD's public records and calendar search tool provides free access to basic case index information, including party names, case numbers, and hearing dates for cases filed in Coos County Circuit Court.
In-Person Inspection at the Courthouse: Under ORS § 192.324, members of the public have the right to inspect public records in person at the custodial agency's office during regular business hours at no charge. Fees apply only when copies are requested.
Coos County Sheriff's Office Public Logs: The Sheriff's Office may maintain publicly available arrest logs or daily activity reports that can be reviewed in person or, in some cases, accessed through the agency's official website at no cost.
Oregon State Police Self-Request: Individuals requesting their own criminal history record through the Oregon State Police CJIS division may do so at a reduced or waived fee in certain circumstances, as outlined on the criminal history record checks page.

How To Delete Arrest Records in Coos County

Oregon law provides two primary legal mechanisms for limiting public access to arrest records: expungement (legal erasure) and sealing (restricting public access). Expungement results in the destruction or removal of the record from public view, while sealing restricts access without physically destroying the underlying record. Under ORS § 137.225, commonly referred to as Oregon's set-aside statute, eligible individuals may petition the court to have certain arrest and conviction records set aside, which effectively removes them from public access.

Arrest records may be eligible for set-aside in the following circumstances:

The arrest did not result in a conviction (charges were dismissed or the individual was acquitted)
A specified waiting period has elapsed since the date of arrest or conviction
The offense is not among those statutorily excluded from set-aside eligibility (e.g., certain sex offenses, Measure 11 crimes, and Class A felonies are generally ineligible)
The petitioner has not been convicted of any other offense during the waiting period

The general steps for pursuing a set-aside in Coos County are as follows:

Obtain a copy of the arrest record and any associated court records from the Coos County Circuit Court.
Determine eligibility based on the offense type, disposition, and time elapsed.
Complete the appropriate petition form, available from the Coos County Circuit Court clerk's office.
File the petition with the Circuit Court and pay the applicable filing fee (fee waivers may be available for qualifying individuals).
Serve copies of the petition on the District Attorney's Office and any other required parties.
Attend the scheduled hearing, at which the court will determine whether the set-aside is granted.

Upon granting of the petition, the court notifies the Oregon State Police and other relevant agencies to update their records accordingly.

What Happens After Arrest in Coos County?

The criminal justice process in Coos County follows a structured sequence of events from the point of arrest through final case disposition.

Arrest and Booking: Following an arrest, the individual is transported to the Coos County Jail, where booking procedures are completed, including photographing, fingerprinting, and recording of personal information and charges.
Initial Appearance and Arraignment: The arrested individual is brought before a judge, typically within 36 hours of arrest for in-custody defendants, for an initial appearance. At arraignment, formal charges are read, and the court determines bail or release conditions.
Preliminary Hearing or Grand Jury: For felony charges, the prosecution must establish probable cause either through a preliminary hearing before a judge or by presenting evidence to a grand jury.
Pre-Trial Proceedings: Both parties engage in discovery, motions practice, and, in many cases, plea negotiations. The Coos County District Attorney's Office represents the state in all criminal proceedings.
Trial or Plea: If no plea agreement is reached, the case proceeds to trial before a judge or jury. The defendant may also enter a guilty or no-contest plea at any stage of the proceedings.
Sentencing: Upon conviction, the court imposes a sentence in accordance with Oregon's sentencing guidelines and any applicable mandatory minimums.
Appeals: Convicted individuals retain the right to appeal their conviction or sentence to the Oregon Court of Appeals.

How Long Are Arrest Records Kept in Coos County?

Arrest records in Coos County are subject to retention schedules established under Oregon administrative rules and state statute. The Oregon Secretary of State's Archives Division, in coordination with the Oregon State Archives, establishes minimum retention periods for public records maintained by county agencies. The Coos County Records Inventory documents the categories and retention periods applicable to records held at the Coos County Courthouse.

Law Enforcement Arrest Records: Under Oregon administrative rules, arrest records maintained by county sheriff's offices are generally retained for a minimum of 25 years from the date of the record. Records associated with unsolved crimes or ongoing investigations may be retained indefinitely.
Court Records: Criminal case records maintained by the Coos County Circuit Court are subject to the Oregon Judicial Department's records retention schedule. Felony case records are typically retained permanently, while misdemeanor records may be retained for shorter periods depending on case disposition.
Fingerprint and Biometric Records: Fingerprint records submitted to the Oregon State Police are retained in the statewide criminal history repository and are not subject to routine destruction absent a court-ordered expungement or set-aside.
Rationale for Retention: Records retention requirements serve multiple public interests, including the preservation of evidence for potential future proceedings, accountability of law enforcement agencies, and the ability of courts and prosecutors to identify prior criminal history in subsequent cases.

How to Find Mugshots in Coos County

What Mugshots Are Mugshots are photographic images taken by law enforcement at the time of booking. They are part of the official arrest record and serve as a means of identifying individuals who have been taken into custody.

Where Mugshots Are Maintained Mugshots taken in Coos County are maintained by the Coos County Sheriff's Office as part of the booking record. Copies may also be transmitted to the Oregon State Police as part of the statewide criminal history record.

Finding Mugshots Members of the public may request copies of booking photographs by submitting a public records request to the Coos County Sheriff's Office Records Division. Requests should include the subject's full name, date of birth, and approximate date of arrest.

Can They Be Found Online At present, the Coos County Sheriff's Office does not maintain a publicly accessible online mugshot database. Some third-party websites aggregate booking photographs from public records; however, the accuracy and currency of such information cannot be verified by official sources.

Obtaining Mugshots Officially Official copies of booking photographs may be obtained through a written public records request submitted to the Coos County Sheriff's Office. Applicable copy fees are assessed per the agency's current fee schedule.

Restrictions on Mugshot Access Booking photographs associated with juvenile arrests are confidential under Oregon law and are not subject to public disclosure. Additionally, mugshots connected to records that have been set aside pursuant to ORS § 137.225 are no longer accessible to the general public following the court's order.

Coos County Sheriff's Office Records Division 250 N. Baxter Street, Coquille, OR 97423 (541) 396-3121 Public Counter Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Coos County Sheriff's Office