Under Oregon’s Public Records Law (ORS 192.311 to 192.431), you may request copies or access to Multnomah County’s written documents and materials.
Search for publicly available records
Confirm whether the records you seek are available online through Multnomah County. Learn how to locate frequently requested records.
Review County records retention schedules to learn what records are typically available and how long they are maintained.
Make or manage a request via the online portal
Public records requests can be made online via the Public Records Request Portal. This same link will allow you to manage your request, including paying invoices, responding to responder queries, and downloading records.
Multnomah County Public Records Request Center
Please note: Online records requests are not available for a few departments. These include:
- Auditor's Office
- Department of County Assets
- Department of County Human Services
- District Attorney's Office
- Homeless Services Department
Contact information can be found at the bottom of this page.
Make a request via mail or other means
If you are unable to file a request online or if you are requesting an accommodation, contact the designated individual for the department that may have the records you are looking for. You may be asked to print and mail or submit in person a public records request form.
Fees and payment
Fees may apply to fulfill your records request. You may be charged a fee to cover staff time for research and retrieval. You will be notified in advance of any estimated fees and costs. Payment is required before the County will provide records. You can request a reduced or waived fee if your request is in the public interest.
Request records not available online
Contact the following departments directly for public records requests.
Auditor’s Office
Contact mult.auditor@multco.us.
Looking to report suspected fraud, abuse of position, or misuse of county resources? Submit a report to the County Auditor's Good Government Hotline.
Department of County Assets
Contact Mary-Margaret Wheeler-Weber at mmww@multco.us.
Department of County Human Services
Contact pressoffice@multco.us.
District Attorney’s Office
Contact Jeffrey Lowe at jeffrey.lowe@mcda.us.
- Fax: 503-988-3643
- Mail: 1200 SW 1st Avenue, Suite 5200 Portland, Oregon 97204
Homeless Services Department
Contact pressoffice@multco.us.