How to Look Up Eviction Records in Oregon 2026

Where to Search Oregon Eviction Records

Oregon Forcible Entry and Detainer (FED) eviction cases are filed in the Circuit Court of the county. Oregon eCourt Public Access at publicaccess.courts.oregon.gov allows statewide case search by party name and county. Oregon HB 2001 (2023) created a process for sealing certain pandemic-related eviction records; petitions are filed in the originating Circuit Court. Source: ORS 105.105 et seq.; Oregon Judicial Department.

Step-by-Step: How to Search Oregon Eviction Records

1. Go to Oregon eCourt Case Information. Open https://publicaccess.courts.oregon.gov in your browser.
2. Search by party name. Enter the prospective tenant's full legal name (last name, first name) as a defendant/respondent. Try name variations including maiden names.
3. Filter by case type. Select eviction, forcible detainer, unlawful detainer, or summary possession as the case type depending on the court's terminology.
4. Review the disposition. Identify whether the case resulted in a judgment for the landlord (eviction), dismissal (tenant won or case settled), or is still pending. A filing alone does not mean the tenant was evicted.
5. Check the filing date. Important: Oregon has eviction record protections — ORS 105.157; Oregon HB 2001 (2023). Do not make adverse screening decisions on sealed, expunged, or protected records.
6. Request certified copies if needed. For a certified copy of the court record, contact the Circuit Court (FED — Forcible Entry and Detainer) clerk's office directly. Fees are typically $0.25/page.

Eviction Record Expungement in Oregon

Landlords and screening companies may not use sealed or expunged eviction records as a basis for adverse tenant-screening decisions in Oregon. Tenants who believe their records have been improperly used may have a civil claim under the applicable statute. If a tenant discloses an expunged eviction, you may ask for context but cannot deny housing based solely on the expunged record.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I look up eviction records in Oregon?

Oregon Forcible Entry and Detainer (FED) eviction cases are filed in the Circuit Court of the county. Oregon eCourt Public Access at publicaccess.courts.oregon.gov allows statewide case search by party name and county. Oregon HB 2001 (2023) created a process for sealing certain pandemic-related eviction records; petitions are filed in the originating Circuit Court. Source: ORS 105.105 et seq.; Oregon Judicial Department.

Are eviction court records public in Oregon?

Yes — eviction court records in Oregon are presumptively public under Oregon's public records law. Eviction actions are civil court filings and are part of the court's public record, accessible by any member of the public, except for sealed or expunged records (ORS 105.157; Oregon HB 2001 (2023)).

Can a tenant get an eviction record removed or expunged in Oregon?

Yes. Oregon has enacted eviction record expungement or sealing protections: Oregon HB 2001 (2023) — Certain pandemic-era eviction records eligible for sealing. ORS 105.157 allows sealing of some FED records by petition. (ORS 105.157; Oregon HB 2001 (2023)). Tenants who qualify may petition the court to seal or vacate the eviction record.

How much does it cost to get a certified copy of an eviction court record in Oregon?

In Oregon, certified copy fees for court records are typically $0.25/page. Fees are set by the Circuit Court (FED — Forcible Entry and Detainer) and may vary by county or court location. Many courts also charge a flat certification fee on top of the per-page copy fee. Online access to basic case information (party names, filing date, disposition) is typically free through the court's public portal where available.

Related Oregon Landlord Guides

Court portal information sourced from the Oregon court administrative office official website. Expungement laws from published Oregon statutes (see citations above). Last updated April 30, 2026. For informational purposes only — not legal advice.