Malheur County 24 Hour Booking

Malheur County 24 hour booking records cover arrests in Oregon's largest county by land area. The county seat is Vale. The Malheur County Jail processes bookings around the clock and sits next to the courthouse. You can search for arrest records and inmate data by contacting the jail or the sheriff's office. Between 2021 and 2025, more than 3,100 arrests were logged in Malheur County. This page explains how to find booking records, visit inmates, and access court data in the county.

Malheur County Sheriff and Jail

The Malheur County Jail is at 151 "B" St. West in Vale, OR 97918. It sits right next to the county courthouse. Jail Commander Lt. Rachel Reyna oversees daily operations. You can reach the jail at (541) 473-5510. The fax number is (541) 473-5136. For written inquiries, you can also email Lt. Reyna at Rachel.Reyna@malheurco.org.

The Malheur County Jail handles bookings for the entire county.

All arrests in the county flow through this facility, which operates at all hours to process new bookings and releases.

Malheur County spans 9,930 square miles. It is the biggest county in Oregon by area. The population is about 31,500. Despite the large land mass, the county has a small population base. The jail sees a moderate volume of bookings. Oregon's public records law under ORS 192.314 gives the public the right to inspect booking records, and the jail staff can help with requests.

Malheur County 24 Hour Booking Arrest Stats

Between 2021 and 2025, Malheur County logged more than 3,100 arrests. Of those, 2,211 involved males and 928 involved females. The data paints a clear picture of arrest activity in this rural part of eastern Oregon.

The top arrest categories over that span tell you what types of offenses are most common in Malheur County. Larceny led with 519 arrests. DUI came next at 467. Simple assault accounted for 362. These three categories make up a large share of all bookings in the county. Other charges include drug offenses, warrant holds, and property crimes.

These stats help set context for the booking records you might find when searching Malheur County data. The numbers reflect the types of cases the jail and courts handle on a regular basis.

Malheur County Jail Visitation

The Malheur County Jail allows visits on set days and times. Knowing the schedule is key if you plan to visit someone in custody.

The jail visitation page provides details on hours, rules, and what to expect when you visit.

Visit the Malheur County jail visitation page for full rules and scheduling details.

• Morning visits: Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday from 8:30 to 10:30 AM
• Evening visits: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday from 7:00 to 9:00 PM
• Photo ID required for all visitors
• Maximum of 2 visitors per inmate per session
• Each visit lasts 30 minutes with a 5-minute grace period

To schedule a call with an inmate, phone the jail at (541) 473-5528. Morning call scheduling is from 7:00 to 7:30 AM. Evening call scheduling is from 4:30 to 5:00 PM. Calls must be set up in advance through the jail staff.

How to Search Malheur County Arrest Records

Start by calling the jail at (541) 473-5510. Staff can confirm if someone is in custody. They can share basic booking data like charges and arrest dates. For written requests, email Rachel.Reyna@malheurco.org or fax your request to (541) 473-5136.

For arrest records that have moved into the court system, you can search online.

The Malheur County arrest records page lets you search for arrest data linked to court cases in the county.

Oregon's public records law under ORS 192.355 protects some records from disclosure. But basic booking facts such as names, charges, and dates are not exempt. You have a right to ask for and receive this information from the Malheur County Jail.

Malheur County Court Records

The Malheur County Circuit Court is at 251 B Street West #3 in Vale, OR 97918. The phone number is (541) 473-5171. This court handles felony and misdemeanor cases that come from arrests in Malheur County. You can call the clerk for case information, hearing dates, and copies of court documents.

Court records from Malheur County are available through the online portal as well.

Visit the Malheur County court records page for case search tools and filing information.

Copy fees at the Malheur County Circuit Court are set by the court. An exemplified copy costs $10. Hard copies are $0.25 per page. Certified copies cost $5 plus $0.25 per page. These fees cover the cost of producing and verifying the documents you request.

Malheur County 24 Hour Booking Log Details

Each booking in Malheur County creates a record with standard fields. The person's full name goes on the log. The date and time of booking are recorded. Charges at the time of intake appear along with the arresting agency. Bail amounts are listed when a judge has set them. These facts are public and available upon request.

Bookings come from several agencies in the area. The Malheur County Sheriff's Office makes many of the arrests. Ontario Police, Vale Police, and Oregon State Police also bring people to the jail. Federal agencies operate in the area as well, given the county's location along the Idaho border. All arrests in the county are processed at the same jail in Vale.

Oregon Statewide Resources

The Oregon Department of Corrections has a free online search for state prison inmates. If someone from Malheur County received a state sentence, their records transfer to DOC. The VISOR system lets you track custody changes across all Oregon counties. Sign up for free alerts by phone, email, or text when an inmate's status changes in Malheur County.

For a statewide criminal history check, the Oregon CJIS unit at the State Police handles those requests. It covers all counties, not just Malheur. There is a fee, and processing takes several business days.

Nearby Counties

Malheur County borders Harney County to the west, Baker County to the north, and the state of Idaho to the east. Each neighboring Oregon county has its own jail and booking process. If an arrest took place near a county line, the booking may have been handled by a neighboring jurisdiction. Malheur County is vast, and the main population centers of Ontario and Vale are far from many of the county borders. Check the arrest location to confirm which county processed the booking.