About Josephine County, Oregon
Josephine County is located in southwest Oregon. The county seat is Grants Pass (official site: http://www.co.josephine.or.us/).
- Population: 88,276
- Households: 36,210
- Median household income: $56,068
- Median home value: $353,800
- Below poverty line: 16.1%
- Land area: 1,638.6 sq mi
- Population density: 53.9 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 4
- NCES schools indexed: 24
Josephine County Restaurant Inspections
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Field notes are the narrative record of the cadastral survey . They are written in tabular format and contain the detailed descriptions of entire survey process including the instrumentation and procedures utilized, calling all physical evidence evaluated in the survey process, and listing all ...
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Josephine County, Oregon government portal.
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Oregon Judicial Department : Telephone Directory : Other Court Resources : State of Oregon
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The main telephone number for the Josephine County Circuit Court is: 541-476-2309 When calling the court, you may follow the prompts when dialing the main number, or if you know what department you are trying to reach, you may enter the extension number listed below.
Oregon Judicial Department : Records & Audio Requests : Court Records : State of Oregon
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Court Records Access to court records information within Josephine County Circuit Court · Site Navigation · Please allow five to ten (5-10) business days for your copy request to be completed. We will strive to complete your request as soon as possible, but some large or complicated requests may take longer to complete.
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Statewide Oregon court records.
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PACER Federal Courts
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Federal court electronic records (Public Access to Court Electronic Records).
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Josephine County Inmates
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CA Wanted Subject Apprehended · document date 01-17-2024 · 2024 Josephine County Search and Rescue Academy · document date 01-11-2024 · JMET SW: Holton Cr Rd, Cave Junction · document date 10-02-2024 · JMET Search Warrant: White Schoolhouse Rd, Cave Junction ·
Oregon State Police : Criminal History Record Checks : Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) : State of Oregon
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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 ...
GIS Data Download
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Josephine County will not accept responsibility for any errors or inaccuracies in the depicted information. Any GIS Map image and/or data that may be provided by Josephine County resources is intended for general visual reference and informational purposes only.
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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 ...
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U.S. Bureau of Land Management federal land records.
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Oregon Health Authority : Oregon Vital Records: Order a Certified Copy : Get Vital Records : State of Oregon
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This is the official State of Oregon Vital Records website. Learn how to order vital records like birth, death, marriage, or divorce certificates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up a recent arrest in Josephine County?▼
Recent arrests in Josephine County are first logged at the county jail or sheriff's office in Grants Pass. The Josephine County Inmates publishes booking information online: https://www.josephinecounty.gov/government/sheriff/jail/index.php. Statewide arrest history is consolidated by the Oregon State Police.
What's the difference between a bench warrant and an arrest warrant in Oregon?▼
An arrest warrant is issued by a judge based on probable cause that a crime was committed. A bench warrant is issued when someone fails to appear in court or violates a court order. Both authorize police to take you into custody in Oregon — bench warrants are far more common in traffic and minor cases.
Can my employer see a sealed record in Oregon?▼
Generally, most private employers running a standard name-based check cannot see a sealed Oregon record. However, government employers, law enforcement, schools, healthcare facilities, and any role requiring a fingerprint-based check can see sealed records under specific statutory exemptions. Confirm specifics with the sealing court.
How do I run a 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.
Last reviewed: May 25, 2026