Clearing your Oregon record.
Learn how Oregon's expungement (set-aside) process works under ORS 137.225 — what it does, who it can help, and the steps involved. An informational resource — not a law firm.
Information about Oregon's expungement process — all 36 counties.
From paperwork to court order.
Here’s how Oregon’s set-aside process generally works under ORS 137.225.
Gather the case details
An expungement starts with the details of the case you want to clear — the county, case number, charges, and dates. These come from your Oregon court records.
Prepare the court documents
A motion to set aside, with its supporting paperwork, is prepared for the circuit court in the county where the case was heard, following ORS 137.225. A fingerprint card and the Oregon State Police background-check fee are part of the filing.
File with the court and notify the DA
The motion is filed with the court, and a copy goes to the District Attorney, who has up to 120 days to respond. The court and DA send their responses to the address of record listed on the filing.
The court decides
If the District Attorney does not object, a judge typically grants the motion without a hearing and issues a signed order setting the record aside.
What an Oregon set-aside involves.
- Court documents for the county where the case was heard
- A motion to set aside filed with the court and served on the District Attorney
- Responses sent to the address of recordThe court and District Attorney send their responses to the address listed on the filing.
- An OSP fingerprint card and $33 background-check feeOregon State Police run the background check that the court requires.
- The District Attorney's 120-day window to respond
- A court decision — usually without a hearing
- A signed order setting the record aside
Common questions.
What are the steps to clear a record?
How long does the process take?
How do I follow my case?
Learn how Oregon expungement works.
Understand the steps to set aside an eligible Oregon record under ORS 137.225.