Tigard Booking and Arrest Records
Tigard jail mugshots and booking records are stored at the Washington County Jail. Tigard is a city in Washington County, located south of Portland along the I-5 corridor. The Tigard Police Department makes arrests within city limits, then transfers people to the Washington County Jail at 215 SW Adams Ave in Hillsboro. That jail takes all booking photos and logs arrest data for Tigard cases. You can search for current inmates through the custody list at washingtoncountyor.gov/sheriff or call the jail at (503) 846-2700. Jail mugshots are not posted online due to HB 3273.
Tigard Police Department Arrests
The Tigard Police Department is led by Chief Kathy McAlpine. Its headquarters is at 13125 SW Hall Blvd, Tigard, OR 97223. The lobby is open 8 AM to 6 PM, seven days a week. The main phone line is 503-639-6168. For records, press option 5 on the main line. Fax requests go to 503-684-5654. Non-emergency dispatch is at 503-629-0111. Tips can go to 503-718-COPS.
Tigard police patrol the city around the clock. The department runs K-9 units, drones, a detective division, motorcycle patrol, and school resource officers. Officers respond to calls, make arrests, and file reports. When someone is arrested in Tigard, they are taken to the Washington County Jail for booking. The jail takes a jail mugshot and creates a booking record. The arrest report stays with the Tigard Police Department. So a Tigard jail mugshot is held at the county level, not the city level.
The state resource page below shows how Oregon agencies manage jail records and public data.
Tigard works with several Washington County interagency teams. These include the Mental Health Response Team, Crisis Negotiations Team, Tactical Team, and Major Crimes Team. Arrests from these joint operations follow the same booking process at the Washington County Jail.
Note: Tigard police patrol 24 hours a day, so arrests can happen at any time and may appear on the county jail roster at any hour.
Washington County Jail Mugshots for Tigard
The Washington County Jail at 215 SW Adams Ave in Hillsboro handles all Tigard arrests. The jail books people from every city in Washington County. Each person booked in gets a jail mugshot and a full booking record. The record shows the person's name, date of birth, charges, arresting agency, booking date, and bail amount. For Tigard arrests, the agency field lists Tigard Police Department.
The Washington County Sheriff runs a custody list at washingtoncountyor.gov/sheriff. You can search by the first letter of the last name. Each entry shows basic booking data. Jail mugshots are not shown on the public list. Oregon HB 3273 bars law enforcement from posting booking photos online. The sheriff removed all mugshots from the roster to comply.
To ask about someone booked from Tigard, call the Washington County Jail at (503) 846-2700. Staff can confirm custody status and charges. They can tell you the booking date and time. This is the fastest way to check on a Tigard arrest.
Tigard Jail Mugshots and Oregon Law
HB 3273 took effect on January 1, 2022. It bars Oregon law enforcement from posting jail mugshots on public websites or social media. This covers all Tigard booking photos taken at the Washington County Jail. Before the law, some agencies showed booking photos in online inmate lists. That stopped across the state when the law took effect.
Tigard jail mugshots can still be released in limited cases. The person in the photo can get a copy. Law enforcement agencies can share photos for their work. Crime victims may have access. Court parties can request photos through legal channels. After a conviction, the mugshot from that arrest can be made public. Contact the Washington County Sheriff if you believe you qualify for access to a Tigard jail mugshot.
Sites that post mugshots for profit must remove a Tigard booking photo within 30 days of a request. They cannot charge more than $50 for the removal. These rules cover all Oregon jail mugshots.
Requesting Tigard Arrest Records
Tigard arrest records are public under ORS Chapter 192. You can request them from the Tigard Police Department or the Washington County Sheriff. The police department holds the arrest report. The county jail holds the booking sheet and jail mugshot. You may need to contact both offices to get the full picture.
For Tigard police records, call 503-639-6168 and press option 5. You can also visit the lobby at 13125 SW Hall Blvd, open 8 AM to 6 PM daily. Fax requests to 503-684-5654. Include the person's full name, date of birth if known, and a clear note about what records you want.
Under ORS 192.324, the agency must respond within five business days. The first 30 minutes of staff time are free. If costs will exceed $25, you will be told before more work is done. For Washington County jail records, call (503) 846-2700. Written requests work best for formal needs or when you need a paper trail.
Tigard Inmate Alerts Through VINE
The VINE notification system works for Washington County and Tigard cases. VINE stands for Victim Information and Notification Everyday. Crime victims can sign up to get alerts when an inmate is released, moved, or escapes from the Washington County Jail. The service is free and runs at all hours. You can register by phone or on the VINE website.
VINE is a strong tool for anyone who needs to track custody changes for a Tigard arrest. It sends alerts by phone, email, or text. You can choose how you want to be reached. The system covers all inmates at the Washington County Jail, not just those from Tigard. If you know the person's name or booking number, you can set up alerts in a few minutes.
State Resources for Tigard Records
If someone from a Tigard arrest was sent to state prison, the Oregon Offender Search will show their record. This tool covers all state inmates and lists name, charges, facility, and earliest release date. The Oregon Department of Corrections runs the database.
Court records for Tigard cases are on the Oregon Judicial Department website. You can search by name or case number to find hearing dates and outcomes. The VISOR sex offender registry covers all of Oregon if you need that type of data for a Tigard case.
Note: For statewide criminal history checks that pull from all Oregon agencies, contact the Oregon State Police.
Tigard and Washington County Teams
Tigard police take part in several Washington County interagency teams. The Mental Health Response Team pairs officers with mental health workers. The Crisis Negotiations Team handles standoffs and high-risk events. The Tactical Team responds to armed threats. The Major Crimes Team works serious cases like homicides across the county.
Arrests from these team operations follow the same path as any other Tigard arrest. The person is booked at the Washington County Jail. A jail mugshot is taken. The booking record is stored at the county level. If you are looking for records from a joint operation that involved Tigard police, search Washington County records or call the jail. The arresting agency may be listed as Tigard Police or as the interagency team, depending on the case.
Limits on Tigard Arrest Records
Some data from Tigard arrests is not public. Medical and mental health records are always private. Juvenile records stay sealed. Social security numbers are removed. Active case details may be held back if release would harm the case under ORS 192.345(3).
If Tigard Police or the Washington County Sheriff denies your request, they must state the legal reason. You can appeal to the Washington County District Attorney. If that fails, you may file a case in circuit court. The Oregon DOJ has guides on the appeal process and all exemptions under state law.
Washington County Jail Records
Tigard is in Washington County. All booking records and jail mugshots from Tigard arrests are stored at the Washington County Jail in Hillsboro. For the full county guide with search tools, contact details, and fee information, visit the Washington County page.