Benton County DUI Records
Benton County DUI records are held by the Circuit Court and the Sheriff's Office in Corvallis. This mid-valley county is home to Oregon State University and has a mix of urban and rural areas. The Circuit Court maintains case files for all DUII charges filed in the county. The Sheriff's Office keeps arrest logs, booking data, and incident reports. You can search Benton County DUI records in person at the courthouse, by phone, or through state online systems.
Benton County Quick Facts
Benton County DUI Court Records
The Benton County Circuit Court is part of Oregon's 21st Judicial District. Three elected judges serve six-year terms on this bench: Joan Demarest, Matthew Donohue, and Keri Smith. All DUII cases filed in Benton County are heard in this court. The clerk's office stores case files that include charging papers, plea entries, motions, and final judgments. These DUI records are open to the public under Oregon law.
The courthouse stands at 120 NW 4th St, Corvallis, OR 97330. Built from 1888 to 1889, it was designed by architect Delos D. Neer in the Italianate style and cost less than $70,000 at the time. Its first court session took place on November 4, 1889, with Judge R.S. Bean presiding. The building was added to the Oregon Historic Sites list in 1968 and is the oldest courthouse in Oregon still serving its original purpose. A major renovation in 1976 updated the interior while preserving the historic shell.
You can visit the Benton County Circuit Court website for current hours and filing details.
Copy fees for DUI records at the court are $2.50 per page for original transcripts and $0.25 per page for standard copies. Audio recordings of court hearings cost $10 per CD. Staff can help you look up a case by name or case number at the clerk's window.
| Court |
Benton County Circuit Court 120 NW 4th St Corvallis, OR 97330 |
|---|---|
| Transcript Fees | $2.50/page original, $0.25/page copy, $10/CD audio |
| Judicial District | 21st Judicial District |
How to Search DUI Records Online
Oregon's statewide court records system, called OJCIN, covers all 36 counties. This includes Benton County. You can use OJCIN to search for DUI cases by party name or case number. The system shows charge details, court dates, and case outcomes. It is a paid subscription service. Visit the OJCIN page to sign up and begin searching Benton County DUI records.
A free online tool also exists for basic case lookups. It provides less detail than the full OJCIN system, but it can confirm whether a DUI case was filed. You can see the filing date, case number, and current case status. This works well for quick checks on DUI records in Benton County.
Note: Some older Benton County DUI records may not appear in online systems if they were filed before the court switched to digital records.
Benton County Sheriff DUI Records
The Benton County Sheriff's Office is at 180 NW 5th St, Corvallis, OR 97330. It maintains arrest records, incident reports, and booking data for DUI cases across the county. You can request copies of these records by contacting the office at 541-766-6858. The sheriff handles law enforcement for all areas of Benton County that fall outside city police jurisdiction.
The county jail has a capacity of 669 beds in a 100,355 square foot facility that cost $16.8 million to build. When a person is booked on a DUI charge, the jail creates a custody record. You can view the current inmate custody list at co.benton.or.us/sheriff/inmate_custody_list. A release list is also posted at co.benton.or.us/sheriff/inmate_release_list. For questions about visitation or an inmate's status, call 541-766-6858.
The Benton County Clerk and Recorder maintains additional public records that may relate to DUI cases. This office handles official county documents and can assist with records that fall outside the court or sheriff systems.
DUI Laws in Benton County
Oregon law refers to drunk driving as DUII, short for Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants. The statute is ORS 813.010. It is a crime to drive with a blood alcohol content at or above 0.08 percent. The law also covers driving while impaired by drugs, or by a mix of drugs and alcohol. Benton County DUI records list these charges as DUII in all court filings.
A first or second DUII offense in Oregon is a Class A misdemeanor. If a person has three or more DUII convictions in a ten-year span, the charge becomes a Class C felony. Both types of cases are heard in the Benton County Circuit Court. The mandatory minimum for a first offense includes at least two days in jail and a $220 court fee. License suspension runs 90 days for a first offense, one year for a second, and three years or more for a third.
Oregon's implied consent law, found in ORS 813.100, requires drivers to submit to a breath or blood test when asked by an officer. A refusal triggers a separate license suspension. These refusal records appear in Benton County DUI case files alongside the criminal charge.
Note: Benton County DUI records are public under Oregon law. However, sealed or expunged cases may not be available through standard search methods.
Benton County DUI Prosecution
The Benton County District Attorney's Office prosecutes all criminal cases in the county, including every DUII charge. The DA works with the sheriff and local police to review evidence and file charges in circuit court. Both misdemeanor and felony DUI cases go through this office before they reach a judge.
Oregon law under ORS 813.400 allows first-time DUI offenders to enter a diversion program. If the person completes the program, the charge is dismissed. The arrest record remains, but no conviction is entered. Diversion records in Benton County show the original charge, entry into the program, and the final outcome. Not all defendants are eligible. The DA's office determines whether to offer diversion on a case-by-case basis.
DUI Record Expungement
Oregon law allows certain criminal records to be set aside, or expunged. The waiting period depends on the type of case. For a non-conviction, you must wait at least 60 days. Class B felony convictions require a seven-year wait. Class C felony convictions require five years. Misdemeanor convictions require three years. Violations have a wait of one to three years, depending on the case.
To file for expungement in Benton County, you must submit a fingerprint card from the Sheriff's Office along with the proper court paperwork. The filing takes place at the Circuit Court at 120 NW 4th St, Corvallis, OR 97330. If granted, the DUI record is sealed from most public searches. The court keeps a record of the expungement, but the underlying case details are no longer visible through standard access points.
Oregon State DUI Record Checks
The Oregon State Police Criminal Justice Information Services division runs statewide criminal record checks. These include DUI convictions from Benton County and every other county in the state. A name-based search costs $33.00. You can call OSP at 503-378-3070 for details on how to submit a request. Any Benton County DUI conviction will appear in this statewide search.
For legal help with DUI records, the Oregon State Bar offers a lawyer referral service. Call 503-684-3763 or 800-452-7636 to be connected with an attorney who handles DUI cases in Benton County.
Cities in Benton County
Benton County includes several cities and communities. All DUI cases from these areas go through the Benton County Circuit Court in Corvallis. The court serves the entire county.
Other cities in Benton County include Philomath, Monroe, Adair Village, and North Albany. DUI records from all of these areas are filed at the Benton County Circuit Court in Corvallis.
Nearby Counties
Benton County borders Linn County, Polk County, Lincoln County, and Lane County. If you are not sure which county handled a DUI case, check the arrest location. Each county has its own circuit court and keeps its own DUI records. A case is always filed in the county where the arrest took place.