Hillsboro Family Court Records
Hillsboro family court records are on file at the Washington County Circuit Court. Hillsboro is the county seat of Washington County and home to about 105,000 residents. The courthouse is right in Hillsboro, making it easy for local residents to file cases and request records. All family law matters go through this court, including dissolution, custody, child support, and parenting time disputes. You can search for family court records online or visit the clerk office in Hillsboro to get copies of filed documents.
Hillsboro Quick Facts
Washington County Family Court in Hillsboro
The Washington County Circuit Court is located in downtown Hillsboro. This is where all family court records for Hillsboro and the rest of Washington County are filed. The court handles dissolution of marriage, child custody, parenting time, child support, restraining orders, and other family law cases.
| Court | Washington County Circuit Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 150 N First Avenue Hillsboro, OR 97124 |
| Phone | (503) 846-8888 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | courts.oregon.gov/courts/washington |
The courthouse is in downtown Hillsboro near the Hillsboro Transit Center. TriMet MAX Blue Line stops nearby. Street parking and public lots are available. Security screens all visitors at the entrance, so bring a valid photo ID when you go to request family court records in Hillsboro.
Hillsboro Family Court Filing Info
The Washington County Circuit Court website has forms, filing guides, and contact details for the family law division in Hillsboro.
Hillsboro residents should check the court website before visiting. It lists the forms you need for different family court cases. You can download them, fill them out at home, and bring them ready to file. This saves time at the clerk window.
Note: The Hillsboro Municipal Court at 150 E Main Street handles only city code violations and does not deal with family law cases.
Search Family Court Records in Hillsboro
OECI is the free online search tool for family court records in Hillsboro. Oregon eCourt Case Information covers all of Washington County. Go to courts.oregon.gov and enter a party name or case number. Select Washington County to narrow your results. The system shows case type, filing date, status, and assigned judge for each case.
OECI does not display the actual documents. It shows what was filed and when. For copies, contact the clerk at (503) 846-8888 or visit in person. The records staff look up cases and make copies on the spot. Plain copies cost $0.25 per page. Certified copies run $5 per document plus the per-page fee.
For a more thorough search, you can use the advanced search on OECI. Filter by case type, date range, and county. This helps when you only know a name and rough time frame for the family court case filed in Hillsboro. You can also search by attorney name or bar number if you know who handled the case.
Family Law Filings in Hillsboro
Hillsboro residents file family court cases at the Washington County Circuit Court clerk window. Common filings include dissolution of marriage, custody petitions, support modifications, and restraining orders. Each filing adds documents to the court record.
Oregon law requires at least one spouse to have lived in the state for six months before filing for dissolution under ORS 107.075. The fee to file a new dissolution is $287. After filing, you serve the other party. The court keeps proof of service in the case file. Oregon mandates a 90-day waiting period from filing to when the judge can sign the final judgment. The only ground for dissolution is irreconcilable differences per ORS 107.025.
Property, support, and custody are all decided in one case. The general judgment of dissolution becomes a public record under ORS 192.311 to 192.478. Hillsboro family court records stay open to the public unless a party gets a court order to seal them.
Hillsboro Family Court Costs
Filing fees for family court cases in Hillsboro follow the statewide schedule. A new dissolution costs $287. Responses cost $256. Motion fees vary by type. Call (503) 846-8888 to confirm current rates.
Getting copies of family court records from Hillsboro has separate fees. Plain copies are $0.25 per page. Certified copies cost $5 per document plus page charges. Exemplified copies for out-of-state use run $10 per document plus the per-page fee. Payment is required before the court releases any copies. The clerk takes cash, checks payable to "State of Oregon," and credit cards.
Low-income Hillsboro residents can apply for fee waivers. You complete an application showing you cannot afford the fees. The court reviews each request and decides if you qualify for a waiver on your family court case in Hillsboro.
Legal Help for Hillsboro Family Cases
Legal Aid Services of Oregon serves Hillsboro and all of Washington County. They offer free legal help to people with low income. Family law matters including dissolution and custody are covered. Call 1-888-610-8764 to ask about services available to Hillsboro residents.
The Oregon State Bar runs a lawyer referral service at 1-800-452-7636. You get a 30-minute consultation for $35 with a family law attorney. The Bar also has a Modest Means Program with lower hourly rates for qualified individuals. Hillsboro residents who want to handle cases on their own can find free forms at the Oregon Judicial Department family law page.
Note: The Washington County Circuit Court in Hillsboro may have a self-help center for family law cases where staff can assist with form selection.
Public Access to Hillsboro Court Records
Family court records in Hillsboro are public. Under ORS 192.314, every person has the right to inspect public records. You do not need a reason to request them. The court must respond within five business days of receiving your request.
Certain records have restricted access. Adoption and juvenile records are sealed by statute. Financial disclosure forms with personal account numbers stay private. A party can ask to seal parts of a family court file in Hillsboro by showing a strong privacy interest under ORS 107.749. Most family court records remain open. Records older than 1987 may need to be retrieved from the Oregon State Archives. For subscription access to full document images, the OJCIN service is available for a fee.
Washington County Family Court Records
Hillsboro is the county seat of Washington County. All family law cases from Hillsboro and surrounding cities go through the Washington County Circuit Court. For full fee schedules, court programs, and resources for family court records across the county, visit the Washington County page.