Beaverton DUI Records Search
Beaverton DUI records are maintained by the Beaverton Municipal Court, the Beaverton Police Department, and the Washington County Circuit Court. Beaverton is a city of about 100,000 people in Washington County, just west of Portland. The Municipal Court handles traffic and criminal violations at the city level, while felony DUII cases go to the county courthouse in Hillsboro. You can request records from each of these offices. The type of case and the charge level determine which office holds the file you need.
Beaverton Quick Facts
Beaverton Municipal Court DUI Records
The Beaverton Municipal Court hears traffic and criminal violation cases within the city. The court is at 12725 SW Millikan Way. It offers both in-person and virtual court access. The court maintains a large database of criminal and violation cases, many of which are open to the public.
For DUI-related matters, the court runs several key programs. The B-SOBR program is a specialty court that focuses on repeat DUII offenders. The court also handles DUII Victim Impact Panel referrals, IID removal requests, and connections to alcohol and drug evaluation services known as ADES. These programs create records that become part of the case file.
Walk-in hours are available for both traffic and criminal matters. The court also provides forms online, handles jury services, and even performs weddings. For DUI cases, the court can appoint an attorney if you qualify.
Note: The court offers a Behavioral Health Court in addition to the B-SOBR program. Both serve people whose cases involve substance use issues.
DUI Records Requests in Beaverton
You can request court records from Beaverton through the Court Records Requests page. The city keeps a large archive of criminal and violation case files. Many of these are available as public records. Submit your request through the Public Records Request System at BeavertonOregon.gov/court.
Fees for court records are set by city resolution. The cost depends on the type and size of the records you ask for. Staff will let you know the total once they process your request. Include as much detail as you can, such as a name, case number, or date range, to help them find the right files.
Beaverton Police DUI Records
The Beaverton Police Department keeps arrest reports, incident logs, and other files from DUI stops in the city. The department is built on values of trust, transparency, and working with the community. They publish annual reports and share news and press releases that may include arrest data and public safety updates.
To get a copy of a DUI arrest report or incident file, you can submit a public records request through the city. Police records from a DUI stop typically include the officer's report, field notes, and any related documentation from the arrest. Some records may be withheld if the case is still open or if they fall under an exemption in Oregon law.
Note: The Beaverton Police website also posts information about incidents and arrests. Check their news section for recent public safety updates.
DUI Records at Washington County Court
The Washington County Circuit Court at 150 N 1st Ave in Hillsboro handles all felony DUII cases from Beaverton. You can reach the clerk at 503-846-8888. The court also processes most misdemeanor DUI charges that move beyond the municipal level.
Oregon law defines driving under the influence under ORS 813.010. A person can be charged with DUII for driving while impaired by alcohol, drugs, or both. The legal blood alcohol limit is 0.08% for most drivers. Court records for these cases are public and can be viewed at the clerk window or searched through the state system.
Oregon DUI Laws for Beaverton
Oregon uses the term DUII, which stands for driving under the influence of intoxicants. The core statute is ORS 813.010. A first offense is typically a misdemeanor. Repeat offenses or cases involving injury can be charged as felonies. All of these cases produce DUI records in the court system.
Penalties increase with each offense. Under ORS 813.100, the court must impose certain minimum penalties upon conviction. These can include jail time, fines, substance abuse treatment, and license suspension. A diversion program may be available for some first-time offenders under ORS 813.400. Diversion records still appear in the court file.
License suspension is handled by the Oregon DMV under ORS 813.500. This is a separate action from the criminal case. A person arrested for DUI in Beaverton can face both a court case and a DMV hearing. Both create records that are open to the public.
Beaverton Traffic and Safety Programs
The Beaverton Municipal Court runs several traffic safety programs that may relate to DUI cases. These include:
- Photo Radar and Red Light enforcement
- Distracted Driving course
- Seatbelt Safety program
- Traffic School
- Vehicle Compliance checks
- Youth Driver Safety
While these programs focus on traffic safety broadly, they share the same court system that handles DUI cases. Records from any of these programs are part of the municipal court file and may be available through a public records request.
Note: The court also manages collections for unpaid fines and offers payment plans. Contact the court directly for details on any outstanding DUI-related balances.
How to Search DUI Records Online
You can look up DUI records from Beaverton through two state tools. The Oregon Judicial Case Information Network (OJCIN) and Oregon eCourt Case Information (OECI) both cover Washington County cases. Search by name or case number to find DUI filings, court dates, and case outcomes.
These tools show basic data like charges, filing dates, and status. They do not show full documents. To get copies of actual court papers from a Beaverton DUI case, contact the Washington County clerk or visit in person. Go to courts.oregon.gov to start your search.
Washington County DUI Records
Beaverton is in Washington County, and all DUII court cases are filed through the Washington County Circuit Court in Hillsboro. The county court serves Beaverton, Tigard, Tualatin, and other cities in the region. For more on the county court system and related resources, visit the Washington County DUI records page.