Tigard Traffic Violation Records
Tigard traffic ticket records involve multiple courts depending on the type of violation. The city has roughly 55,000 residents and sits in Washington County, just south of Portland. Tigard operates its own municipal court and also uses a photo enforcement program for red light and speed cameras. Citations may go through the Tigard Municipal Court, the Washington County Circuit Court, or the Washington County Justice Court. Knowing which court handles your case is the first step in looking up your traffic ticket record.
Tigard Quick Facts
Tigard Municipal Court Records
The Tigard Municipal Court is at 13125 SW Hall Blvd, Tigard, OR 97223. You can call the court at 503-718-2478. Court hours run Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. The court does not hold sessions on Fridays. Arraignments are scheduled for Wednesdays and Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. Trials typically take place on Tuesdays.
The Tigard Police Department issues citations within city limits. For non-emergency police matters, call 503-629-0111. Depending on the type of violation, your case may stay in the municipal court or be forwarded to a county-level court. Standard city ordinance violations are usually handled by the municipal court. More serious traffic offenses may go to the Washington County Circuit Court in Hillsboro.
| Court | Tigard Municipal Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 13125 SW Hall Blvd Tigard, OR 97223 |
| Phone | 503-718-2478 |
| Hours | Monday - Thursday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Arraignments | Wednesday and Thursday, 1:30 PM |
| Trials | Typically Tuesdays |
Note: The municipal court is closed on Fridays. Plan calls and visits for Monday through Thursday.
Tigard Photo Enforcement Tickets
Tigard uses automated cameras to enforce red light and speed laws. These cameras capture images of vehicles that run red lights or exceed the posted speed limit. The ticket is mailed to the registered owner of the vehicle. Photo enforcement is a significant source of traffic ticket records in Tigard.
The fines for photo enforcement tickets in Tigard are set by violation class. A red light camera violation carries a fine of $265. Speed violations range from $165 to $440 depending on how far over the limit the driver was going. These fines are not negotiable through the camera vendor. If you want to contest a photo enforcement ticket, you must go through the court process.
When you receive a photo enforcement ticket in the mail, you have several choices:
- Pay the fine and accept the violation on your record
- Request a court hearing to contest the charge
- Ask about traffic school to keep the ticket off your record
- Submit a declaration that you were not driving
Photo enforcement tickets follow the same court process as officer-issued citations. Your traffic ticket record will reflect the outcome of whatever path you choose. If you pay, the violation stays. If you contest and win, it is removed. Photo tickets that go unanswered can lead to the same penalties as any other ignored citation.
Looking Up Tigard Traffic Ticket Records
The Oregon Judicial Department provides online tools for searching traffic ticket records. The Oregon ePay system allows you to pay court fines online for cases in the circuit court. If your Tigard ticket ended up in the Washington County Circuit Court, this is where you would go to pay.
The image below shows the Oregon ePay page for online court payments.
This state-run portal handles payments for traffic tickets across all Oregon circuit courts.
To search for a case without paying, you can use the Oregon Find a Case tool. This resource lets you look up case details by name or case number. It covers all courts that are part of the Oregon eCourt system. Washington County is included.
The Find a Case page is shown here.
Use this tool to check the status of a traffic ticket case from Tigard or anywhere in Washington County.
Washington County Court Options
Tigard traffic tickets that leave the municipal court system can end up in one of two county courts. The Washington County Circuit Court is at 150 N First Avenue in Hillsboro. This court handles more serious traffic offenses and cases that are beyond the municipal court's authority. It is a full circuit court with broad jurisdiction.
The Washington County Justice Court is a separate body. It sits at 3700 SW Murray Blvd, Room 2400, in Beaverton, OR 97005. This court is the last remaining of four justice courts that were established in 1915. It is led by an elected Justice of the Peace. The justice court has jurisdiction over most Motor Vehicle Code violations and certain misdemeanors. It handles a large volume of traffic cases from across Washington County, including some from Tigard.
Arraignments at the Justice Court are held Monday through Thursday at 9 a.m. Spanish-language arraignments are on Tuesdays at 2 p.m. The court accepts cash, money orders, checks, Visa, Discover, and MasterCard for payments. If your Tigard traffic ticket went to this court, your records are stored in their system rather than in the municipal court's files.
| Circuit Court | 150 N First Ave, Hillsboro |
|---|---|
| Justice Court | 3700 SW Murray Blvd, Room 2400 Beaverton, OR 97005 |
| Justice Court Arraignments | Mon-Thu 9:00 AM; Spanish Tue 2:00 PM |
| Payment Methods | Cash, money order, check, Visa, Discover, MasterCard |
Responding to Tigard Traffic Tickets
Every traffic ticket from Tigard comes with a deadline. The date is printed on the citation. You must respond before that date or face added consequences. Failure to respond can result in higher fines, a suspended license, or a bench warrant. Your Tigard traffic ticket record will show the missed deadline, and clearing it up becomes harder once penalties stack.
If you want to contest your ticket, you need to request a hearing by the deadline. The court will schedule you for a trial date. Bring any evidence or witnesses that support your case. If you simply want to pay and move on, you can do so online, by phone, or in person at the court. Remember that paying means the violation goes on your driving record.
For tickets in the municipal court, call 503-718-2478. For cases that went to the Washington County Justice Court, contact their office directly. The circuit court in Hillsboro handles its own scheduling as well. Knowing which court has your case is the key to responding correctly and on time.
Note: If you are unsure which court received your citation, check the bottom of your ticket. The court name and address should be printed there along with your hearing date.
Washington County Traffic Ticket Records
Tigard is part of Washington County, one of the most populated counties in Oregon. Traffic tickets from Tigard may be processed through the county circuit court or the justice court depending on the violation. For a complete overview of how traffic ticket records work across Washington County, visit the county page.