Jackson County

Jackson County, Oregon is located in the southwestern portion of the state, covering approximately 2,785 square miles of diverse terrain ranging from mountain ranges to valleys. Jackson County seat is Medford, the fifth-largest city in Oregon, which is the primary hub for government operations and commerce. Jackson County was established on January 12, 1852, and named after President Andrew Jackson. With a population of approximately 225,000 residents as of recent estimates, Jackson County includes several municipalities including Ashland, known internationally for the Oregon Shakespeare Festival; Central Point; Eagle Point; Jacksonville, a historic gold rush town designated as a National Historic Landmark District; Phoenix; Talent; and Shady Cove. Jackson County is bordered by the Rogue River, which flows through Jackson County and has historically been central to Jackson County's economy and recreation. The Cascade Range defines the eastern boundary while the Siskiyou Mountains mark the southern border. Major landmarks include Crater Lake National Park (partially), the Table Rocks (Upper and Lower Table Rock), and extensive portions of the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest. Jackson County Recorder's Office, located at 10 South Oakdale Avenue in Medford, maintains land records and documents. Jackson County Clerk's Office, situated at Jackson County Courthouse at 10 South Oakdale Avenue, Suite 214, Medford, OR 97501, handles court filings, marriage licenses, and elections. Jackson County Assessor's Office, also at 10 South Oakdale Avenue, manages property tax assessments and maintains parcel information. Jackson County's economy has historically centered on timber, agriculture (particularly pears), and tourism, with healthcare and technology sectors growing significantly in recent decades.

The Jackson County Circuit Court serves Jackson County and is located at 10 S Oakdale Ave in Medford. The court handles civil, criminal, family, and probate cases for the county. Court records and case filings can be requested in person or through the Oregon online court portal.

The Jackson County Circuit Court in Jackson County has jurisdiction over all civil and criminal cases arising within the county, including family law, probate, small claims, and felony proceedings. Appeals from lower courts are also heard at this level. Case records are maintained by Jackson Clerk of Courts and are accessible to the public under Oregon open records law.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• Processing fees may apply for extensive record searches or certified copies.

• While basic case information is available online at no charge, detailed documents may require in-person requests or fees.
• Jackson County also has Justice Courts that handle small claims (up to $10,000), traffic violations, and misdemeanor cases within their jurisdictional limits.
• Online access to documents may require registration and payment of subscription fees through the eCourt system.
• In-person requests can be made at the Circuit Court Clerk's office during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

• Jackson County offers an online document search system through its website, allowing users to search recorded documents by grantor, grantee, document type, legal description, or recording date.
• Images of recorded documents are available for viewing and printing online, typically without charge for basic searches.
• Recording fees vary by document type but generally start at $55 for the first page and $5 for each additional page for standard documents.
• Certified copies of recorded documents can be requested in person or by mail with appropriate fees.

Vital records for this county include birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates issued under state vital statistics law.

• Death certificates are also available through the County Clerk's Office for deaths occurring in Jackson County, with the same fee structure and processing timeframe.
• The marriage license fee is $60, and there is no waiting period in Oregon.
• Online ordering through VitalChek typically adds convenience fees.

Business records, licenses, and permits for this county are processed by the County Clerk and local government offices.

• The Oregon Business Registry is searchable online at https://egov.sos.state.or.us/br/pkg_web_name_srch_inq.login, allowing free searches by business name, registry number, or registered agent.
• This database provides information on business formation dates, status (active/inactive), registered agents, principal addresses, and authorized representatives.