Clatsop County Jail Records

Clatsop County keeps a public jail roster that shows current and recently released inmates. The Sheriff's Office in Warrenton runs the jail and handles all bookings. With about 2,500 bookings per year, the Clatsop County jail processes a steady flow of arrests and releases. The county provides an online jail roster that the public can access at any time. This page covers how to search for released inmates in Clatsop County, what records are available, and where to go for more details on past bookings.

Clatsop County Released Inmates Jail Roster

The Clatsop County jail roster is online at apps.clatsopcounty.gov/jail. This tool shows who is in custody now and recent bookings. It is one of the fastest ways to check on released inmates from Clatsop County. The roster lists names, charges, and booking dates for those in the jail.

The jail has a capacity of 60 inmates. Despite its small size, it handles roughly 2,500 bookings each year. That means many people cycle through the facility. Most serve short terms or are held while they wait for court. When they leave, they become part of the released inmates data for Clatsop County. The roster is the first place to check if you want to know whether someone is still in the jail or has been released. For records that go further back, you need to contact the Sheriff's Office directly or use the state level search tools.

Note: The Clatsop County jail has a capacity of 60 beds and processes about 2,500 bookings each year.

Clatsop County Sheriff's Office

Sheriff Matthew Phillips leads the Clatsop County Sheriff's Office. The office has more than 80 law enforcement professionals across five divisions. The main office is at 1190 SE 19th Street in Warrenton. You can call (503) 325-8635 to reach the Sheriff.

Jail Commander Tom Teague oversees the jail at 1250 SE 19th Street. The jail phone is (503) 325-8641. If you need records about released inmates from Clatsop County, the jail staff can help. They can tell you if someone has been released and provide booking details. For formal copies, submit a written records request. Under ORS 192.324, the public has the right to inspect and copy records held by the Clatsop County Sheriff. You do not need to state a reason for your request. The agency must respond within a reasonable time.

Released Inmates and Arrest Data in Clatsop County

Clatsop County recorded about 2,100 arrests in 2023. Men made up 68.95% of those arrests. The top offenses were DUI with 331 cases and traffic violations with 327 cases. These numbers reflect the types of crimes that produce the most released inmates in Clatsop County.

DUI and traffic offenses often result in short jail stays. Many of those arrested are booked, held briefly, and then released. This creates a large pool of released inmates records in Clatsop County each year. Property crimes and drug offenses also contribute to the total. Each booking creates a record that stays in the county system. When you search for released inmates from Clatsop County, these are the types of records you are most likely to find. The data helps the public understand crime patterns in the area and the types of offenses that fill the jail.

Clatsop County Circuit Court

The Clatsop County Circuit Court is at 749 Commercial Street in Astoria. The phone number is (503) 325-8555. This court handles all criminal cases in Clatsop County. Court records show the charges, plea, trial outcome, and sentence for each case. These records are essential for understanding the full picture of a released inmate's case in Clatsop County.

Court files are public records. You can request copies from the clerk or search the state online court system for basic details. Under ORS 137.225, some criminal records may be expunged. If a released inmate's record has been expunged, it will not appear in court searches. The expunction process removes the record from public view in Clatsop County and at the state level. Serious offenses like sex crimes and some violent felonies cannot be expunged under Oregon law.

The Oregon DOC offender search system is available at the state offender search portal.

This free tool lets you look up released inmates who served time in Oregon state prisons, including those sentenced in Clatsop County courts.

Note: The Clatsop County courthouse is in Astoria, which is the county seat.

Community Corrections in Clatsop County

Lt. Kristen Hanthorn directs Community Corrections in Clatsop County. The office can be reached at (503) 861-2875. This unit supervises released inmates who are on probation or post-prison supervision. They track compliance with court-ordered conditions and report violations to the court.

Released inmates who return to Clatsop County after serving time may be required to check in with Community Corrections. The office works to keep track of those under supervision and to respond if they fail to meet their terms. Records from Community Corrections may be available through a public records request, though some supervision details are restricted under ORS 192.345. Basic information about who is under supervision in Clatsop County is generally accessible to the public.

How to Look Up Released Inmates in Clatsop County

Start with the online jail roster. It is the quickest way to check current status. If the person is not on the roster, they may have been released. Call the jail to confirm. For state prison records, use the Oregon Offender Search. It is free and covers all state facilities.

You can also use VISOR to check for sex offenders who are released inmates in Clatsop County. The Clatsop County Sheriff's website has contact details and other resources. For court records, reach out to the Circuit Court clerk in Astoria. Each agency keeps different parts of the record, so you may need to contact more than one office to get the full picture of a released inmate's history in Clatsop County.

Cities in Clatsop County

Clatsop County includes Astoria, Warrenton, Seaside, Cannon Beach, and Gearhart. All criminal cases from these cities are handled by the Clatsop County Circuit Court in Astoria. Released inmates from any of these communities will have records in the county system.

Nearby Counties

Clatsop County borders Columbia County, Tillamook County, and Washington County. If you are searching for a released inmate and cannot find records in Clatsop County, the arrest may have taken place in a neighboring county. Each county maintains its own jail and court records.