Population
426K
County Seat
Oregon City
Libraries
14
Schools
114
Searching Clackamas County: what to expect
Clackamas County keeps a modest online footprint — 3 of the 23 sources below are the county's own; the rest is statewide coverage. Court cases are the easy part: Oregon's statewide search covers Clackamas County filings, so start at the Oregon court records page instead of hunting for a local docket. Two local sources do most of the work — maps.clackamas.us for parcel and property-tax data, clackamas.us for the sheriff's side — jail roster and inmate lookups. The county posts nothing for vital records, so that search runs through the statewide sources on our Oregon vital records page. Anything not online lives with the county offices in Oregon City.
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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Clackamas County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Oregon state publishers on the review date. 5 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Clackamas County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Clackamas County, Oregon — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
425,857
Population
Census estimate
160,984
Households
Census estimate
$95,740
Median income
Annual household
$532,200
Median home value
Census ACS
Oregon City
County seat
In Oregon
Criminal records
3 sources
Court records
4 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
4 sources
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
1 source
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Clackamas County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Clackamas County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Civil | Clackamas County Sheriff's Office (OR) Oregon Judicial Department : Clackamas Home : Clackamas Coun… |
| Criminal records | Most Wanted NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF CLACKAMAS COUNTY SURPLUS PROPERT… |
| Wants & warrants | |
| Property records | MetroMap - Oregon Metro - GIS Clackamas County GIS Data Portal |
| Vital records | Oregon Health Authority : Oregon Vital Records: Order a Certified Copy : Get Vit |
| Voter records | |
| Professional licenses | the Clackamas County Citizen Access Portal |
| Recorded documents | Civil Papers SEC.gov | Search Filings Code | Zoning and Development |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Clackamas County. Sources reviewed June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Clackamas County Records
2026
Clackamas County official government portal active
The official Clackamas County government website at www.clackamas.us continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Clackamas County court records portal verified
State court system links for Clackamas County verified against the Oregon judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Clackamas County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Clackamas County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Clackamas County property records online
Clackamas County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Clackamas County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Clackamas County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Clackamas County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Oregon statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Oregon state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Clackamas County Records
MYTH"Clackamas County maintains all criminal records."
FACTCriminal records for Clackamas County are held by the Oregon state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
MYTH"Records sealed in Clackamas County are gone everywhere."
FACTSealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
MYTH"Free 'instant background' sites have Clackamas County data."
FACTOnly the official Oregon state repository has verified, current Clackamas County data. Free sites often have stale data.
MYTH"The Clackamas County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
FACTThe Clackamas County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
MYTH"All county records older than 50 years are public."
FACTPartially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources and Official Record Portals
- www.clackamas.us — Official Clackamas County government website
- www.clackcosheriff.us — Court records — official source
- apps.clackamas.us — Criminal records — official source
- gis.oregonmetro.gov — Property records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Clackamas County & Oregon Records
For records not specific to Clackamas County, use Oregon's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Oregon statewide record systems:
- Oregon Court Records →
- Oregon Criminal Records →
- Oregon Property Records →
- Oregon Vital Records →
- Oregon Voter Records →
- Oregon Wants & Warrants →
- Oregon Licenses →
- Oregon Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Oregon statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
Shortcuts for the most common Clackamas County lookups:
About Clackamas County, Oregon
Clackamas County is located in northwest Oregon. The county seat is Oregon City (official site: https://www.clackamas.us/).
- Households: 160,984
- Median household income: $95,740
- Median home value: $532,200
- Below poverty line: 7.6%
- Land area: 1,870.7 sq mi
- Population density: 227.6 people / sq mi
Civil | Clackamas County Sheriff's Office (OR)
Official Free
The Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office (OR) website was developed to help improve communication with area residents. The Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office website allows residents to connect with the Sheriff’s Office by reporting crimes, submitting tips, and other interactive features,.
Oregon Judicial Department : Clackamas Home : Clackamas County Circuit Court : State of Oregon
Official Free
Court case information for Clackamas County, Oregon. Judgment and disposition entries here are what background screeners verify against. Dockets list every filing and hearing, usually enough to follow a case without ordering documents.
SOR Public Website - Oregon.gov
Official Free
Clackamas County is one of the four original Oregon counties created in 1843. Oregon City is the county seat and the first incorporated city west of the Rocky Mountains, the first capital of the Oregon Territory, and the site of the first legislative session.
System Unavailable
Criminal & Court Records
.gov
Statewide Oregon court records.
publicaccess.courts.oregon.gov
MetroMap - Oregon Metro - GIS
Official Free
GIS data are created and maintained by the Metro Data Resource Center (DRC), as well as by other jurisdictions and agencies throughout the region. Metro simplifies access to this information by compiling many data sources and creating seamless layers that are consistent over the region and.
Clackamas County GIS Data Portal
Official Free
The PRODUCT and any copies of the to GIS within 30 days from the date this license expires or is revoked. 10. MISCELLANEOUS 10.1 Applicable Law: Venue. This license shall be construed and interpreted under and pursuant to the laws of the State of Oregon.
Clackamas County Survey Research Launch Page
Official Free
Community engagement is important to us, and we are listening. From transportation to housing to budget spending, we want to hear about your priorities. Below you'll find the current surveys and polls the county is conducting. If there's something else you'd like to weigh in on, please send.
Oregon Judicial Department : Court Records - Home : Court Records : State of Oregon
Official Free
If you are unable to come to the courthouse, you can request records by completing the Clackamas County Circuit Court Public Records Request form.
Most Wanted
Official Free
Oregon eCourt is temporarily unavailable due to maintenance. Please check back at a later time
NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF CLACKAMAS COUNTY SURPLUS PROPERTY
Official Free
The sheriff's side of Clackamas County record-keeping — bookings, incident reports, and records requests start here. It sits outside government; official offices remain the record of authority.
Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office (OR)
Official Free
The Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office (OR) website was developed to help improve communication with area residents. The Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office website allows residents to connect with the Sheriff’s Office by reporting crimes, submitting tips, and other interactive features,.
Assessment & Taxation - Online Tax Statements
Official Free
Here you can view tax statements from the current year. For past years tax statements, please visit our Tax Statement Archive · Disclaimer: This information does not reflect any tax payments, value corrections, or delinquent interest on an account after the certification date
Oregon State Police : Criminal History Record Checks : Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) : State of Oregon
Official Free
Criminal history record information is confidential and exempt from public inspection, except through specific authority or statute (ORS 181A.220). The Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division of the Oregon State Police is designated by law as the central repository for criminal.
the Clackamas County Citizen Access Portal
Official Free
This is for permits that require plan review and for licensed contractors applying for permits that do not require plan review. You can also apply in-person. to learn about services, hours, and how to contact us. Click the appropriate department below and then “Schedule and Inspection” to begin.
Dog Services
Official Free
Official public records resource for Clackamas County, Oregon. Public-records law applies here: what they hold, you can generally request. The information comes straight from the office that creates the record, not a reseller.
Oregon Health Authority : Oregon Vital Records: Order a Certified Copy : Get Vital Records : State of Oregon
Official Free
This is the official State of Oregon Vital Records website. Learn how to order vital records like birth, death, marriage, or divorce certificates.
Civil Papers
Official Free
Law enforcement records from Clackamas County, Oregon. Case numbers from these logs are the key to everything downstream — note them. Full incident reports come by records request; what posts online is the summary log.
SEC.gov | Search Filings
Business, Voter & Other
.gov
EDGAR, the SEC's filing database. Annual reports, ownership filings, and registration statements for every public company — free, federal, and searchable by company name or ticker.
Code | Zoning and Development
Official Free
Find registration statements, periodic reports, and other forms by typing the name or ticker symbol of a company (CIK lookup info) (confidential treatment orders) (SEC correspondence with issuers) Some specific ways to access filings based on time, type, or other categories. Find keywords and phrases in more than 20 years of EDGAR filings, and filter by date, company, person, filing category, or location.
Departments | Clackamas County
Official Free
1710 Red Soils Ct., Suite 100 Oregon City, OR 97045 County communications, community involvement and legislative affairs. Clackamas County Public Health is committed to improving the quality of life and protecting the health and wellbeing of all residents.
Clackamas County's Surveyor Information System
Official Free
Welcome to the new CCSIS. Using CCSIS you can retrieve surveys, plats, and public land corner information · Advanced document search
Code Enforcement | Clackamas County
Official Free
Official public records resource for Clackamas County, Oregon. Start here before paying any commercial site for the same information. The information comes straight from the office that creates the record, not a reseller.
About Clackamas County | Clackamas County
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Located in north-central Oregon, Clackamas County is part of the Portland metropolitan area. Its landscape includes Mt. Hood, the Mt. Hood National Forest, the Bull Run Watershed, and major rivers such as the Willamette, Clackamas, Sandy, Molalla and Salmon.
Pay Your Utility Bill | Clackamas County
Official Free
Certification is a way for Clackamas other utility service providers that don’t have the ability to withhold services to collect unpaid sewer and surface water charges.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Clackamas County?
Clackamas County court cases are searchable through the Oregon Judicial Department : Clackamas Home : Clackamas County Circuit Court : State of Oregon portal: https://www.courts.oregon.gov/courts/clackamas/pages/default.aspx. Oregon also operates a state-level case lookup through the Oregon eCourt (OECI) system. For federal matters, see PACER.
How long does an arrest stay on my record in Oregon if I wasn't convicted?
In Oregon, an arrest stays on your record indefinitely unless you petition the court to seal or expunge it, even if charges were dropped or you were found not guilty. Oregon's rules for clearing non-conviction records are stricter than for convictions — start with the Oregon State Police.
Can I find out if someone is divorced in Oregon?
Yes. Search the court case index for the person's name in the county where they lived. Most Oregon counties offer free online case-search portals. The state vital records office also issues divorce verifications for a fee.
How do I run an Oregon background check?
Oregon background checks are handled by the Oregon State Police. Name-based searches are available through the official state portal (per-search fee applies). Fingerprint-based checks — required for licensing, foster care, and many employers — must be submitted through an approved vendor.