Is there a way to keep a traffic ticket off my record?
If you qualify for the Court’s Traffic Diversion Program, you may be able to keep a ticket off your record. You can apply with the Traffic Diversion Application.
FAQ Topic: Courts
How do I pay a Justice Court fine?
Payments may be made in person, through the mail, over the phone, or online. Acceptable forms of payment are cash, check, cashier’s check, money order, and credit/debit card. Select the “Make a Payment” option on any FAQ page, or select the payment icon at the bottom of the Justice Court page, to make a payment … Continued
Am I entitled to an attorney for a traffic ticket?
Because citations filed into the Justice Court are for violations rather than traffic crimes, you are not entitled to a court-appointed attorney. However, you are entitled to seek representation at your own expense.
How do I respond if I am charged with a Justice Court violation?
If you have received a ticket for a traffic violation or some other form of violation, there are important steps that you must follow. You are innocent until proven guilty and you have the right to defend yourself or to obtain an attorney for your defense. Because these are not criminal charges, you are not … Continued
What is NORCOR?
Northern Oregon Regional Correctional Facilities, otherwise known as “NORCOR,” is a Regional Adult Corrections and Juvenile Detention complex that serves four counties: Gilliam, Hood River, Sherman, and Wasco counties. (In separate agreements, NORCOR also serves Benton County, the U.S. Marshals and Immigrations & Customs Enforcement [ICE].) NORCOR is in nearby The Dalles, Oregon. It is … Continued
Who do I call if I witnessed a crime or want to testify that the person charged could not have committed that crime?
Contact the Sherman County Sheriff’s Office at (541) 565-3622 to make a report. Reports also can be submitted using the Citizen’s Report Form.
What resources are there for people who have been a victim of a crime?
Information for victims of crime / domestic violence can be found at http://www.courts.oregon.gov/programs/family/domestic-violence/Pages/default.aspx. There’s also a Victim’s Advocacy Program, reached through the Sherman County District Attorney’s Office at (541) 565-3534.
Where do I find Oregon circuit or state court forms and instructional videos?
See http://www.courts.oregon.gov/courts/sherman/help/Pages/default.aspx for introductory videos and a link to the OJD Forms page.
Can I get a circuit court citation dismissed?
If you received a ticket for certain violations AND fixed or corrected the violation AND you can show proof to a violations clerk, prior to your court appearance, your citation may be eligible to be dismissed. Follow the process at http://www.courts.oregon.gov/courts/sherman/programs-services/Pages/Violations-Bureau.aspx.
What is the Sherman County Justice Court, and what types of cases does it handle?
Sherman County Justice Court is the judicial branch of county government. It processes citations issued by law enforcement agencies for traffic violations, boating violations, fish and game violations, and other civil violations. The Court also handles small claims and eviction actions. Meanwhile, the Court’s Justice of the Peace can perform weddings as time allows.