Hillsboro, Oregon Public Records

To register to vote in Hillsboro, Oregon, residents can register online through the Oregon Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at the Washington County elections office. Oregon requires voters to be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and residents of the state. The registration deadline is typically 30 days before an election. Voters can verify their registration status and find polling locations through the Oregon Secretary of State's voter lookup tool. For local municipal elections in Hillsboro, contact the Washington County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.

Property records for Hillsboro are kept at the county level. The Washington County assessor holds ownership, parcel and valuation records and the county recorder (register of deeds) holds deeds, liens and mortgages; most offer a search by owner name or address, and copies can be requested from the office.

The City of Hillsboro's vital records, such as birth, death, and marriage certificates, are maintained by the Washington County Clerk's Office. Residents can request copies of these records through the county's online portal or by visiting the Clerk's Office in person. The City of Hillsboro Fire Department also maintains records related to emergency medical services and fire incidents within the city limits.

Business license records for Hillsboro are split between the Oregon business registry, which lists every corporation and LLC, and the local offices that issue business licenses and permits. See the Oregon Secretary of State Business Name Search (https://sos.oregon.gov/business/Pages/find.aspx) to search registered businesses.