Access Tillamook County Court Records
Tillamook County family court records are stored at the Circuit Court on Laurel Avenue in Tillamook, Oregon. The county sits along the Oregon coast and serves about 27,000 residents. You can search for court cases online through the state database or visit the courthouse in person. The court clerk handles requests for dissolution records, custody filings, and support orders. Tillamook County is part of the Eighteenth Judicial District, which it shares with Columbia County. The state search tool lets you look up family court records at no charge from any computer or phone.
Tillamook County Quick Facts
Tillamook County Family Court Overview
The Tillamook County Circuit Court operates under the Eighteenth Judicial District alongside Columbia County. The courthouse is at 201 Laurel Avenue in the city of Tillamook. Court staff handle all family law filings for the county. This includes dissolution petitions, custody cases, child support orders, parenting time disputes, and restraining order requests.
Family court records in Tillamook County are public under ORS 192.314. This Oregon law gives every person the right to inspect public records. Sealed records are the main exception. Adoption files, juvenile cases, and mental health filings remain confidential. Most family court records are open to anyone who wants to view them. You do not need to be a party to the case.
The Tillamook County Circuit Court website shows the homepage displayed below for accessing court services.
This portal connects you to forms, hearing schedules, and records request tools for the Tillamook County court.
| Court |
Tillamook County Circuit Court 201 Laurel Avenue Tillamook, OR 97141 Phone: (503) 842-2583 |
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| District | Eighteenth Judicial District (with Columbia) |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
Search Family Court Records in Tillamook County
The free OECI database lets you search Tillamook County court records by name or case number. You can run a search from home without visiting the courthouse. Results show case type, status, filing date, and hearing dates. The system does not display full documents. It provides docket entries that tell you what was filed and when.
For name searches, use the "Last, First, Middle" format. Family law case numbers in Tillamook County use the format XX-F-##### where XX is the two-digit year. The OECI system covers all 36 Oregon counties. Make sure you select Tillamook County in the search filters. Updates happen every two to four hours.
You can also search in person at the courthouse on Laurel Avenue. Bring a case number or full party name. Court staff can help you find family court records on site.
Tillamook County Court Filing Fees
Filing fees for family court cases in Tillamook County follow the Oregon statewide schedule. A dissolution petition costs $301 with or without children. Custody cases for unmarried parents cost $252. Modifications to existing orders cost $89. FAPA restraining orders are free to file.
Copies of Tillamook County family court records cost $0.25 per page. Certified copies are $5 per document plus $0.25 per page. An exemplified copy for out-of-state use costs $10 per document plus page charges. You can pay by cash, check, or money order made out to "State of Oregon." Credit cards may be accepted in person at the clerk's window.
Low-income filers can apply for a fee waiver using Form UTCR 4.090. Provide financial documents showing your income and expenses with the application.
Note: All fees at the Tillamook County court must be paid before records are released.
Requesting Tillamook County Court Records
Request family court records from Tillamook County in person or by mail. Visit the courthouse at 201 Laurel Avenue for same-day service on current cases. Mail requests should include the case name, case number, and the specific documents you need. Add a self-addressed stamped envelope and payment.
Processing times vary by case age. Current cases from 2020 onward take two to five business days. Older cases take longer. Records from before 1990 may need to come from the Oregon State Archives in Salem. Under ORS 192.324, the court must respond to your request within five business days. The court can reduce or waive fees if you show financial hardship or your request serves the public interest.
Family Law Cases in Tillamook County
Tillamook County handles all types of family law cases at its circuit court. Dissolution of marriage is the most common. Oregon law under ORS 107.025 requires only irreconcilable differences as grounds for dissolution. One spouse must have lived in Oregon for at least six months before filing.
Other family court records in Tillamook County come from these case types:
- Custody and parenting time orders for unmarried parents
- Child support establishment and modification cases
- Post-judgment modifications when circumstances change
- Contempt actions to enforce existing court orders
- FAPA restraining orders for family abuse prevention
Parents with minor children must complete a parenting class within 45 days of filing. The class costs between $30 and $50. Online options work well for coastal residents in Tillamook County. The OJD family law page has all required forms and instructions.
Tillamook County Legal Resources
The Oregon State Bar Lawyer Referral Service connects you with family law attorneys serving Tillamook County. A 30-minute consultation costs $35. The Modest Means Program offers rates of $60 to $100 per hour for qualifying individuals.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon provides free legal help for people who qualify by income. Priority is given to domestic violence survivors and families with children. The OJCIN subscription service gives deeper access to Tillamook County family court records for $150 setup and $27 or more per month. Subscribers can view document images and full case registers.
Nearby Counties
Tillamook County is on the Oregon coast. Family court cases must be filed in the county where you live. Check your address if you are not sure where to file.