Oregon Expungement Guide
A clear path to clearing your record. Learn whether you qualify, understand the process, and take the next steps with confidence.
Arrests with No Charges
Eligible after 60 days. No fees required.
Dismissed Cases
Eligible immediately upon dismissal.
Convictions
Most eligible after 3 years. $33 fee.
About This Guide
This guide is based on Oregon Revised Statutes 137.225 and provides general information about expunging arrest and conviction records in Oregon. It is not legal advice.
For Multnomah County residents and those with cases handled in Multnomah County Circuit Court, this guide includes specific local information, contact details, and resources.
Check Your Eligibility
Answer a few questions to determine if your record may be eligible for expungement. This takes about 2 minutes.
Tools
Find out exactly when you can file for expungement
Eligibility Timeline Calculator
Find out exactly when you can file for expungement
The Expungement Process
Follow these steps to file your motion for expungement. Check off each step as you complete it to track your progress.
Select the type of record you want to expunge to see the step-by-step process.
County Information
Find contact information and specific instructions for your county. File in the county where your case was handled.
Multnomah County
District Attorney's Office
Multnomah County District Attorney's Office
1021 SW 4th Avenue, Room 600, Portland, OR 97204
Phone: (503) 988-3162
Visit WebsiteCircuit Court
1021 SW 4th Avenue, Portland, OR 97204
Phone: (971) 274-0570
Records: mul.records@ojd.state.or.us
Visit WebsiteMultnomah County Specific Information
- •Multnomah County has a high volume of expungement requests
- •Forms are available on the MCDA website
- •You can request case information by emailing mul.records@ojd.state.or.us
- •Allow extra time for processing in this busy jurisdiction
- •The Metropolitan Public Defender offers expunction clinic assistance at (503) 225-9100
County Forms & Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about expungement in Oregon
Still have questions?
Consider consulting with a licensed Oregon attorney for personalized advice about your situation.
Forms, Checklist & Resources
Everything you need to complete your expungement filing, including official forms, a filing checklist, and legal assistance resources.
Official Forms
Filing Checklist
Legal Help & Resources
Oregon State Bar Lawyer Referral Service
Get a reduced-fee consultation with an expungement attorney
Metropolitan Public Defender - Expunction Clinic
Free assistance with expungement in the Portland area
Legal Citations
ORS 137.225Order setting aside conviction or record of criminal chargeThe primary statute governing expungement in Oregon
ORS 475B.401 (SB 420)Marijuana conviction set aside proceduresSpecial procedures for qualifying marijuana convictions
ORS 419A.262Expunction of juvenile recordsGoverns expungement of juvenile records, including automatic expungement provisions