Find Wallowa County Arrest Records
Wallowa County arrest records are held by the Sheriff's Office in Enterprise, Oregon. The jail at 104 West Greenwood Street has a capacity of 37 beds and holds about 18 inmates on a typical day. Wallowa County does not have an online jail roster, so you need to call 541-426-3131 or visit in person to check on arrest records. The county books around 360 people each year. This is one of the smallest jail operations in Oregon. Use the search tool on this page to look up records now.
Wallowa County Quick Facts
Wallowa County Sheriff's Office
The Wallowa County Sheriff's Office operates from 104 West Greenwood Street in Enterprise. The office handles law enforcement, jail operations, civil process, search and rescue, and marine patrol around Wallowa Lake. Staff also manage records requests for arrest data and other law enforcement files.
The Wallowa County homepage screenshot below shows the county website with links to government services and contact details.
Call 541-426-3131 for the main line. An alternate number is 541-966-3600. The office keeps standard business hours during the week. Law enforcement dispatch runs 24 hours a day for emergencies and arrest-related calls.
Here is the Wallowa County Sheriff page with details about the office and how to reach them about arrest records.
Wallowa County is a remote area in northeast Oregon. The county covers rugged mountain terrain and open valleys. Enterprise is the county seat and the center of all arrest record keeping for the area.
| Sheriff |
Wallowa County Sheriff's Office 104 West Greenwood Street Enterprise, OR 97828 Phone: 541-426-3131 Alternate: 541-966-3600 |
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| Hours | Admin: Standard business hours; Dispatch: 24 hours |
| Website | co.wallowa.or.us/sheriff |
Wallowa County Jail Records
The Wallowa County jail is a minimum security facility at 104 West Greenwood Street in Enterprise. It can hold up to 37 inmates but averages just 18 per day. Annual bookings total around 360 people. The weekly turnover rate is about 55 percent, meaning most people move through quickly.
Each booking creates an arrest record with the person's name, physical traits, booking number, date, charges, bail amount, and court date. About 93 percent of inmates are male. The population is about 64 percent white. Arrest records also include any prior bookings within the same system.
Wallowa County does not post an online jail roster. This is important to know. You cannot look up current inmates on a website. The best way to find out if someone is in the Wallowa County jail is to call 541-426-3131. Staff can confirm if a person is in custody and share basic arrest record details. You can also visit the jail in person at 104 West Greenwood Street in Enterprise.
Search Wallowa Arrest Records
Because Wallowa County has no online roster, searching for arrest records takes a bit more effort than in other Oregon counties. Here are the main ways to look up arrest records in this area.
Start by calling the jail at 541-426-3131. Staff answer this line 24 hours a day and can tell you if someone is held there. They can also share basic booking details. For more complete arrest records, visit the Sheriff's Office in person at 104 West Greenwood Street in Enterprise.
- Call the jail at 541-426-3131 any time of day
- Visit 104 West Greenwood Street in Enterprise
- Use VINELink at vinelink.com for statewide inmate tracking
- File a public records request with the Sheriff's Office
- Search Oregon court records online for criminal cases
VINELink at vinelink.com is a free tool that covers all Oregon jails, including Wallowa County. You can register for alerts when an inmate's status changes. For court records tied to arrest cases, use the Oregon Judicial Department's free search at publicaccess.courts.oregon.gov. The paid OJCIN system at courts.oregon.gov gives you deeper access to case files.
Wallowa County Records Requests
Anyone can request arrest records from the Wallowa County Sheriff's Office under Oregon public records law. Send your request to 104 West Greenwood Street, Enterprise, OR 97828, or call 541-426-3131. Standard Oregon copy fees of $0.25 to $0.50 per page apply. The office must respond within 5 business days under ORS 192.345.
Some records are exempt from release. Juvenile cases, medical information, and data from active investigations are protected. Criminal history records held at the state level are confidential under ORS 181A.220. For statewide criminal history checks, contact the Oregon State Police CJIS Division at OSP CJIS. The fee is $33 per request under ORS 181A.245.
Wallowa County Jail Visits
Visiting hours at the Wallowa County jail run Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM. Weekend hours are Saturday and Sunday from 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM. If you plan to visit, call ahead to confirm the schedule. The jail is small, so there may be limits on how many visitors can come at one time.
When you visit, you can ask staff about arrest records for the person you are visiting. They can share booking details and charge information. This is often the fastest way to get arrest record data in Wallowa County since there is no online roster to check.
Clearing Arrest Records
Oregon law under ORS 137.225 allows some arrest records to be set aside. File a motion with the Wallowa County Circuit Court in Enterprise. The court will review your case. If approved, the arrest record is sealed and will not show in most searches.
Serious felonies and certain person crimes are not eligible for expungement. The process can take months. Contact the Oregon State Bar at 503-684-3763 to find a lawyer who can help you file in Wallowa County.
Nearby County Arrest Records
Wallowa County is in the far northeast corner of Oregon. Check arrest records in these neighboring counties.