Klamath County Court Records Search

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    Klamath County is located in south-central Oregon, with Klamath Falls serving as the county seat. The county’s judicial system comprises a Circuit Court with broad jurisdiction, a Justice Court for traffic and minor civil matters, and a Municipal Court operating within the City of Klamath Falls. Court records generated across these courts—ranging from criminal case files and civil litigation documents to family law proceedings and probate matters—are maintained by various clerks and administrative offices throughout the county.

    For anyone in Oregon looking to locate court records, several avenues of access exist, including clerk of court offices, public access terminals at courthouses, online search portals operated by the Oregon Judicial Department, and county government offices. OregonCourts.us connects users to official state court resources, including the statewide records and calendar search system, which can be a helpful starting point for identifying publicly available case information in Klamath County and across the state.

    How to Look Up a Court Case in Klamath County?

    The method for finding a court case in Klamath County depends on which court handled the matter and what type of record is needed. The Klamath County Circuit Court is the court of general jurisdiction and maintains the largest share of case records, including criminal, civil, family, and probate filings.

    Online Search

    The Oregon Judicial Department operates an Online Records Search portal that provides free public access to basic case information across all Oregon circuit courts. To search for Klamath County records specifically:

    1. Navigate to the Smart Search portlet on the portal page.
    2. Enter a case number or party name in the search field.
    3. Click “Advanced Filtering Options” to narrow results.
    4. In the “Filter by Location” dropdown under General Options, select “Klamath”.
    5. Under “Case Search Criteria”, choose the appropriate case type (civil, family, probate, or criminal).
    6. Click “Submit” and select a case number from the results to view details.

    Alternatively, users can submit a Court Records Request Form online when they need copies of specific documents. This statewide form requires the case number and the exact documents or hearing dates being requested. More information about available options is on the Statewide Records Request Page.

    In-Person Search

    Visitors to the Klamath County Courthouse can use public access kiosk computers in the lobby to search for newer digitized case records. Older files that have not been digitized can be retrieved by requesting assistance from court records staff.

    Klamath County Circuit Court
    Address: 316 Main Street, Klamath Falls, Oregon 97601
    Phone: (541) 883-5503
    Courthouse Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    (Clerk’s office closed 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.)

    Copy Fees

    TypeFee
    Regular paper copy$0.25 per page
    Certified copy$5.00 + per-page copy charge
    Exemplified copy (3-Way Certificate)$10.00 + per-page copy charge
    Electronic document emailed$3.00 per case request
    Electronic certified copy$5.00
    CD of documents$1.00 + electronic copy costs
    Audio recording (electronic)$10.00 per proceeding

    Payment must be made in full before the court processes a request. The court may take up to 5 business days to respond and 10 or more business days to complete certain requests. If the court contacts a requester for additional information or payment and receives no response within 60 business days, the request will be closed.

    Are Court Records Public in Klamath County?

    Oregon’s Public Records Law, codified at ORS 192.311 through 192.478, establishes that court records are part of the public record and may be inspected or copied by any person. This principle applies to records maintained by Klamath County courts and offices alike.

    However, certain categories of court records are exempt from public disclosure either by statute or court order. Records that are typically not available for public inspection include:

    • Adoption records — Confidential by statute. Access is limited; qualified individuals must submit a Request for Court Adoption Records form. Additional information is available on the Oregon Judicial Department’s adoption records access page.
    • Juvenile court records — Confidential under Oregon law, with access governed by the Juvenile Court Records Access Rules. Contact the Klamath County Circuit Court directly for guidance on requesting these records.
    • Mental health records — Protected from public disclosure.
    • Grand jury proceedings — Sealed from public view.
    • Juror questionnaires — Not available for public inspection.
    • Judicial work product and drafts — Exempt under the public records law.
    • Sealed records — Any record sealed by court order is inaccessible without a motion to inspect, which carries a $25 fee per case plus $2 per page reviewed under ORS 21.200.

    Court records that are not sealed or otherwise confidential can be reviewed at the courthouse, searched through the online portal, or requested in copy form. Court staff handle records requests on a first-come, first-served basis.

    Klamath County Criminal Court Records

    Criminal cases in Klamath County are prosecuted across multiple courts depending on the severity of the offense. Felony matters and serious misdemeanors are heard in the Circuit Court, while lesser offenses fall under the jurisdiction of the Justice Court or Klamath Falls Municipal Court.

    Circuit Court Criminal Records

    The Klamath County Circuit Court handles all felony prosecutions and misdemeanor cases exceeding the lower courts’ jurisdictional limits. Criminal case files—including charging documents, motions, plea entries, sentencing orders, and disposition records—can be searched through the Online Records Search portal by selecting the criminal case type filter. Copies can be requested using the statewide Court Records Request Form.

    Justice Court

    The Klamath County Justice Court handles traffic citations issued by the Klamath County Sheriff’s Department, the City of Merrill Police Department, and the City of Malin Police Department, as well as animal control violations and county code violations.

    Klamath County Justice Court
    Address: 6500 S. Sixth Street, Klamath Falls, OR 97603
    Phone: (541) 884-1864
    Fax: (541) 884-6964
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

    Klamath Falls Municipal Court

    The Klamath Falls Municipal Court processes city ordinance violations and other minor offenses within the city.

    Klamath Falls Municipal Court
    Address: 500 Klamath Avenue, Klamath Falls, OR 97601
    Phone: (541) 883-5311
    Hours: Monday–Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

    Arrest Records and the Sheriff’s Office

    The Klamath County Sheriff’s Office maintains arrest records and jail booking information. Current custody information can be viewed using the Adults In Custody online search, which allows searches by last name, first name, or booking date range. In-person copies of arrest records are available at the Sheriff’s Office during business hours.

    Klamath County Sheriff’s Office
    Address: 3300 Vandenberg Road, Klamath Falls, OR 97601
    Phone: (541) 883-5130
    Fax: (541) 883-4271
    Email: civil@co.klamath.or.us
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

    Statewide Criminal History Checks

    The Oregon State Police Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division serves as the state repository for criminal records. Two request forms are available:

    The fee is $33, payable by check or money order. Record subjects must also provide fingerprints on an FD258 fingerprint card. The Klamath County Sheriff’s Office offers fingerprinting services on Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for $15 (cash, check, or money order; valid photo ID required). Completed forms, the fingerprint card, and payment should be mailed to:

    Oregon State Police – CJIS Division
    Unit 11
    P.O. Box 4395
    Portland, OR 97208-4395

    Expungement

    Under ORS 137.225, certain arrest and conviction records may be set aside (expunged) from a person’s criminal history upon petition. Eligibility depends on the type of offense and the time elapsed since conviction or release. Set-aside petitions are filed in the court where the case originated.

    Klamath County Civil Court Records

    Civil disputes in Klamath County are handled by the Circuit Court for general civil litigation and by the Justice Court for small claims and minor civil matters.

    Circuit Court Civil Cases

    The Klamath County Circuit Court exercises jurisdiction over civil matters including contract disputes, personal injury claims, real property actions, foreclosures, and other cases exceeding the small claims threshold. Civil case records can be searched online using the Online Records Search portal—select “Search Civil, Family, and Probate Case Records” under the case type filter and narrow results to Klamath County.

    Copies of civil documents can be requested through the online Court Records Request Form or by visiting the courthouse. Regular copies cost $0.25 per page, and certified copies cost $5.00 plus the per-page charge. The Oregon Judicial Department publishes the full circuit court fee schedule, which details filing fees, motion fees, and other costs under ORS Chapter 21.

    Statewide court forms for civil proceedings are accessible through the Oregon Judicial Department’s Forms Center.

    Small Claims and Justice Court

    The Klamath County Justice Court handles small civil claims and landlord-tenant disputes. Contact the Justice Court at (541) 884-1864 for information about small claims procedures and record availability.

    Property Records

    Property-related records such as deeds, liens, and plats are filed with the Klamath County Clerk’s Office, which also functions as the recording office. The County Clerk does not conduct record searches on behalf of the public, but individuals can search recorded documents themselves using the Search Documents tool on the Clerk’s website. The Online Property Search through the County Assessor offers another way to locate property information by account ID, name, address, or legal description. Certified copies of recorded documents cost $7.75.

    Klamath County Family Court Records

    Family law matters in Klamath County—including divorce, legal separation, child custody, child support, and protective orders—are handled by the Klamath County Circuit Court. The court’s Family Court program provides resources for litigants navigating domestic relations proceedings.

    Searching Family Court Records

    Nonconfidential family case information can be found through the Online Records Search portal. Use the advanced filtering options to select Klamath County and the family case type. Basic docket information, including party names, filing dates, and hearing dates, is generally accessible online.

    Divorce Records

    Certified copies of divorce records are not available through the online portal because certain divorce documents carry confidentiality protections. Eligible individuals can obtain certified copies by submitting the Court Records Request Form online or by visiting the Circuit Court clerk’s office. In-person requesters can use kiosk computers in the courthouse lobby to review newer digitized records, while older files must be retrieved by staff. Standard copy fees of $0.25 per page apply, and certified copies cost $5.00 plus the per-page charge.

    The Oregon Judicial Department provides free divorce, separation, and annulment forms as well as broader family law forms through its website.

    Domestic Violence Protective Orders

    Information about obtaining restraining orders in Klamath County is available through the Oregon Judicial Department’s protective orders page.

    Marriage Records

    Marriage licenses and records are maintained by the Klamath County Clerk’s Office, not the Circuit Court. Both applicants must appear in person, each with valid identification. Oregon requires a three-day waiting period before the license may be used; a waiver of this period can be requested for an additional $10. The license is valid for 60 days and only within the State of Oregon. Marriage license applications can be started through the Clerk’s online marriage application.

    Klamath County Clerk’s Office
    Address: 305 Main Street, Klamath Falls, OR 97601
    Phone: (541) 883-5134
    Fax: (541) 885-6757
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

    Marriage License and Record Fees

    ServiceFee
    Marriage license (includes one certified copy)$57.75 (cash or debit only)
    Duplicate marriage certificate$10.00
    Duplicate marriage packet$20.00
    Certified copy of marriage license$7.75
    Marriage consent for minor$10.00 (cash or debit only)
    Waiver of 3-day waiting period$10.00 (cash or debit only)
    Wedding ceremony (by County Clerk)$117.00

    Card payments carry a $1.49 convenience fee. Checks are not accepted for marriage license fees.

    Birth and Death Records

    Klamath County Public Health issues certified copies of birth and death certificates only within six months of the event. After that period, records must be obtained from the Oregon Vital Records Office. A certified copy of a birth or death certificate costs $25 from either the local or state office. Oregon restricts access to death records for 50 years and birth records for 100 years from the event date. Eligible requesters include parents, legal guardians, spouses, domestic partners, siblings, children, and legal representatives. Order forms are available in both English and Spanish for birth certificates and in English and Spanish for death certificates. A valid photo ID is required.

    Klamath County Probate Court Records

    Probate cases in Klamath County are heard by the Circuit Court, which has jurisdiction over estate administration, wills, trusts, guardianships, conservatorships, and related proceedings. Oregon does not operate a separate probate court; all probate matters proceed through the circuit court system.

    Searching Probate Records

    Probate case records that are not sealed or confidential are publicly accessible. They can be searched for free on the Online Records Search portal by using the advanced filtering options to select Klamath County and the probate case type. Basic information such as party names, filing dates, and docket entries will appear in search results.

    Requesting Copies

    To obtain copies of probate documents—including wills admitted to probate, letters testamentary, inventories, accountings, and distribution orders—individuals can:

    1. Submit the online Court Records Request Form with the case number and specific documents needed.
    2. Visit the Klamath County Courthouse at 316 Main Street, Klamath Falls, and use the kiosk computers to locate newer digitized records, or ask staff to retrieve older files.

    Regular copies cost $0.25 per page. Certified copies, which are often required for estate administration purposes such as presenting fiduciary letters to financial institutions, cost $5.00 plus the per-page charge. The Oregon Judicial Department notes that paper-certified copies (rather than electronic) may be needed for probate documents used to administer estates, such as fiduciary letters and small estate affidavits.

    Guardianships and Conservatorships

    Guardianship and conservatorship petitions for incapacitated adults and minors are filed with the Circuit Court. Court records in these proceedings are generally public, though certain personal information within the filings may be restricted. Statewide forms for guardianship and conservatorship matters are available through the Oregon Judicial Department’s Forms Center.

    For questions about accessing any probate, guardianship, or conservatorship case records, contact the Klamath County Circuit Court at (541) 883-5503.