Grant County DUI Records Lookup
Grant County DUI records are stored at the Circuit Court in Canyon City. Located in the Blue Mountains of central Oregon, Grant County is one of the least populated counties in the state. The court handles all DUII charges filed here. Law enforcement in Grant County patrols long stretches of rural highway. You can search DUI records through the state court system online, by phone, or in person. The sheriff's office in Canyon City holds arrest records from DUI stops in Grant County.
Grant County Quick Facts
Grant County DUI Court Records
The Grant County Circuit Court processes all DUII cases. The courthouse is in Canyon City. DUI records include charging papers, motions, orders, and judgments. The clerk keeps these files open to the public.
You can view records at the courthouse for free. Staff can search by name or case number. Copies cost $0.25 per page. Certified copies are $5.00 per document. The court charges a $3.00 fee for staff-assisted searches. Research beyond a basic lookup costs $40 per hour. Allow 10 business days for most requests to be filled.
Visit the Grant County Circuit Court website for hours and contact information. The small court staff may have limited office hours, so a phone call ahead of your visit is a good idea.
| Court |
Grant County Circuit Court Grant County Courthouse Canyon City, OR 97820 |
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| Copy Fees | $0.25/page standard, $5.00 certified, $3.00 search fee |
Search DUI Records Online
OJCIN is the state online court records system. It covers all 36 Oregon counties. You can search Grant County DUI records by name or case number. The system shows charges, dates, and case status. OJCIN requires a subscription. Visit the OJCIN page to sign up. Call 1-800-858-9658 for subscriber help.
A free search tool with less detail is also available. It can confirm whether a DUI case exists in Grant County and show basic facts like the filing date and case number.
To search for DUI records, you will need at least one of these:
- Full legal name of the person charged
- Case number from the court
- Date range when the case was filed
Note: Some older Grant County DUI cases may not appear in the online system. Contact the clerk's office in Canyon City for records that predate the digital system.
DUI Laws That Apply in Grant County
Oregon's DUII law is in ORS 813.010. Driving with a BAC at or above 0.08% is a crime. The law also covers drugs. Grant County DUI records reflect these charges as DUII.
A first or second offense is a Class A misdemeanor. A third within ten years becomes a Class C felony. The minimum penalty is two days in jail and a $220 fee for a first offense. License suspension is 90 days for a first offense. One year for a second. Three years or more for a third. These details appear in Grant County DUI records that end in a conviction.
Implied consent under ORS 813.100 means drivers must submit to testing. Refusal brings a separate suspension. First-time offenders in Grant County may use diversion under ORS 813.400 to avoid a conviction. If completed, the charge is dismissed. The arrest record remains on file.
State DUI Record Checks
The Oregon State Police CJIS division runs statewide criminal checks. These include DUI records from Grant County and every other Oregon county. A name-based check costs $33. It takes 7 to 10 business days. Visit the OSP CJIS page or call 503-378-3070.
The Oregon DMV keeps separate records of license suspensions tied to DUI cases. A non-certified driving record costs $2. A certified court print is $3. If a Grant County court ordered an ignition interlock device under ORS 813.500, that shows on the DMV record too.
For legal advice, the Oregon State Bar runs a referral service. Call 503-684-3763 or 800-452-7636 to find a lawyer who handles DUI cases in Grant County.
What Grant County DUI Records Show
DUI records contain arrest details and court outcomes. The arrest report lists the date, time, location, and reason for the stop. Officer notes and test results are part of the file. Court records add the formal charge, plea, motions, and judgment.
A typical Grant County DUI record may include BAC test results, field sobriety notes, and whether the driver refused testing. The sentence, fines, probation terms, and any interlock order are in the file. DUI records in Grant County are public. Sealed or expunged cases may have limits on access.
Note: Grant County's small population means DUI caseloads are low. This can speed up record requests compared to larger counties.
Nearby Counties
Grant County borders Wheeler County, Harney County, Baker County, and Crook County. Each has its own circuit court and DUI records. Check the arrest location to find the right county. A DUI case is filed where the arrest happened.