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News & Updates
Spring Safety Guide
Spring has arrived! With all the exciting seasonal activities and changes, reviewing safety measures is essential. This spring, prioritize your home and family’s safety by following proactive guidelines.
Washington County K9 Trials
Mark your calendar for the 2025 Washington County K9 Trials competition! Join us for a FREE FAMILY EVENT as law enforcement K9 teams compete for first place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the Hillsboro Stadium.
How are we doing?
We work to cultivate trusting relationships with the communities we serve, and we are committed to evaluating and evolving our practices to better serve our unique and diverse communities.
Online reporting
If you are a victim of criminal activity within unincorporated Washington County and the situation meets specific requirements, you can file a police report online or by calling dispatch.
Obtain a police report
Request a police report through the Public Records Request Center.
Connect with WCSO
Contact Us
Emergency dispatch:
9-1-1(Link opens phone app)
9-1-1(Link opens phone app)
Non-emergency dispatch:
503-629-0111(Link opens phone app)
503-629-0111(Link opens phone app)
Headquarters & Jail:
503-846-2700(Link opens phone app)
503-846-2700(Link opens phone app)
East precinct:
503-846-5900(Link opens phone app)
503-846-5900(Link opens phone app)
North precinct:
503-846-5570(Link opens phone app)
503-846-5570(Link opens phone app)
Cornelius police:
503-359-1881(Link opens phone app)
503-359-1881(Link opens phone app)
Internal Affairs:
503-846-2551(Link opens phone app)
503-846-2551(Link opens phone app)