Hood River County Jail Inmate Bail & Bonds
Hood River County bail and bond: the regional jail in The Dalles and the court deposit
Hood River County has no jail of its own. Adults held in custody from Hood River County are housed at Northern Oregon Regional Corrections (NORCOR), 201 Webber Road in The Dalles, a regional jail shared with Wasco, Sherman, and Gilliam counties. Use Hood River County Inmate Search to see whether the person is in custody and what the terms are. NORCOR answers at 541-298-1576. A judge in the Hood River courthouse sets release, and bail is paid to the court as a deposit.
Where is my family member if they were arrested in Hood River?
A person from Hood River County who must stay in custody is held at NORCOR in The Dalles, because the county shares that regional jail instead of running its own. The address is 201 Webber Road, The Dalles, OR 97058, and the adult line is 541-298-1576.
Check Hood River County Inmate Search first. A new booking can take a little time to appear.
Why is the jail in a different town and county?
NORCOR is a regional corrections center that serves four counties: Wasco, Hood River, Sherman, and Gilliam. It holds adults and, on the same campus, youth.
The Sheriff's Office and the courthouse are both at 309 State Street in Hood River. The jail is in The Dalles, so plan a drive when you need to reach someone in custody.
Which number should I call?
For a person in custody, call NORCOR at 541-298-1576. For the Hood River County Sheriff's Office, 309 State Street, the main line is 541-386-2098 and non-emergency dispatch is 541-386-2711. The Sheriff's Office is open 24 hours.
For the court case, call the Hood River County Circuit Court at 541-386-3535. Its public hours are Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
How do I find out what release will take?
Read the terms on Hood River County Inmate Search. If no terms show, the judge may not have ruled. Call the court at 541-386-3535 for the case status, or ask NORCOR at 541-298-1576 what it has on file.
A judge, or a release officer the court has authorized, makes the decision. Terms are set charge by charge and can change at any hearing.
Where do I pay the bail money?
Call NORCOR at 541-298-1576 before you travel to The Dalles, and ask how it takes payment for this person. For a court-set deposit, the Hood River courthouse clerk at 541-386-3535 can explain what the court accepts.
Take a government photo ID and the person's full name. Ask for a receipt with the case number written on it. Keep it, because the refund goes to the name on the receipt.
How much is the deposit?
A security release in Oregon asks for 10 percent of the security amount in cash, with a $25 minimum. A $3,000 amount needs a $300 deposit.
The money is paid to the court and not to a bonding company. If everything the court ordered is done, the clerk refunds 85 percent. The court keeps a fee from $5 to $750.
Can I offer property or savings instead?
Yes. Cash, stocks, bonds, and Oregon property with equity are all allowed. The value must be at least double the security amount, and each item needs a sworn statement. The judge reviews the offer. Call the court at 541-386-3535 for the forms.
How quickly will a judge look at the case?
The release decision is made at the first court appearance unless there is a good reason to wait. A release hearing, if one is set, is held within 48 hours and no later than five days, unless the person agrees to more time.
The judge must weigh release without money first. Victims have the right to speak, and that can add time on serious charges.
Why does the record say the person cannot be released?
Bail can be refused for murder and for treason if the proof is evident or the presumption strong. In a violent felony case, a judge can deny release after a hearing if the state shows clear and convincing proof of danger. The person can request that hearing at arraignment, and it must happen within five days.
A warrant, probation hold, or hold from another county also keeps a person in custody.
What if a Hood River city officer wrote the ticket?
The Hood River Municipal Court handles citations and complaints issued by the Hood River Police Department within city limits. Its staff can answer questions about court dates, bail amounts, and payment plans, but they cannot give legal advice.
In Cascade Locks, the Cascade Locks Justice Court is the court for local cases. Its line is 541-374-8558, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday.
How do I get a lawyer if money is tight?
Tell the judge at the first hearing. The court can appoint a lawyer, and you fill out a financial form. The courthouse is at 309 State Street, Hood River. The clerk at 541-386-3535 can tell you where the form goes.
To hire your own lawyer, the Oregon State Bar Lawyer Referral Service answers at 503-620-0333.
Where are Hood River County teens held?
Youth who must be detained are held at NORCOR's juvenile detention unit on the same campus on Webber Road in The Dalles. The juvenile lines are 541-208-1447 and 541-298-4344.
A young person's case goes to juvenile court. Call the juvenile line for the hearing date.
What happens if the person skips court?
A warrant can be issued and the deposit can be kept by the State. The court can also enter a judgment for the whole security amount against whoever posted it.
If a date was missed, call the court at 541-386-3535 on the same day and talk to a lawyer.
When does my money come back?
The court refunds only after the case is over and a judge signs the release of funds. The refund goes to the person named on the receipt, minus the court's 15 percent fee and any fines, fees, or unpaid child support.
If the person is later sentenced, the refund waits until after sentencing.
How can I avoid a bail scam?
Real staff at NORCOR, the Sheriff's Office, and the court do not ask for gift cards, app payments, or wire transfers. If you get such a call, hang up, then call 541-298-1576 yourself.
Confirm the person's status on Hood River County Inmate Search. If no record shows, there is nothing to pay.
Key contacts for Hood River County bail questions
- Jail that holds Hood River County adults
- Northern Oregon Regional Corrections (NORCOR), 201 Webber Road, The Dalles, OR 97058; 541-298-1576
- Bail instructions
- Regional jail and bail page
- Custody lookup
- Hood River County Inmate Search
- Sheriff's Office
- 309 State Street, Hood River, OR 97031; 541-386-2098; dispatch 541-386-2711
- Circuit court
- 309 State Street, Hood River, OR 97031; 541-386-3535
- Cascade Locks court
- Cascade Locks Justice Court, 541-374-8558
- Lawyer referral
- Oregon State Bar Lawyer Referral Service, 503-620-0333
- Youth detention
- NORCOR juvenile unit, 201 Webber Road, The Dalles; 541-208-1447 or 541-298-4344
Rules at NORCOR and in the Hood River courthouse can change. Call the jail or the court to confirm the steps for your case before you pay. This guide is general information and not legal advice.
Hood River County Jail
Address:
309 State Street
Hood River, OR
Phone:
541-298-1576
Frequently Asked Questions about Bail and Bonds in Hood River County
Does Hood River County have bail?
What kind of bonds are accepted in Hood River County?
Who can set bail in Hood River County?
When is bail set in Hood River County Oregon?
Does Hood River County have bail?
Yes, Hood River County does have bail, but not in the traditional sense. Bail, also called a “security release agreement”, can be either personal recognizance or cash or a cash bond.
The State of Oregon does not allow a commercial entity to make money on securing a bond so there are no bail bond companies.
What kind of bonds are accepted in Hood River County?
Pay the full bail amount in cash from the defendant, family or friends, or, Cash percentage in lieu of bonds. If the bond order permits, the defendant pays 10 % of the bond amount to the jail or court, which then holds the money until the case is over. 85% of the paid amount is returned if the defendant is acquitted or the case is dismissed with the remaining 15% to cover court costs. The defendant, family or friends can sign off on the bond.
Who can set bail in Hood River County?
Oregon uses a predetermined bail schedule, so an officer can determine bail at booking. For more serious crimes, a judge is required to set the bail at the first appearance/arraignment.
When is bail set in Hood River County Oregon?
For less serious and non-violent crimes bail is set according to a bail schedule and this information will be made available during the booking process. For cases requiring a judge to set bail, a hearing will be set within 36 hrs. of arrest, not counting weekends or holidays.
What is Bail?
Bail is what the arrested in Hood River County must pay or do to stay out of jail until the first court appearance.
The agreement to bail acts as a promise that the arrested will return to court for court dates and trial. Bail usually refers to a dollar amount, but bail can also mean something that has to be done, or a condition such as reporting to an officer of the court, a curfew, restraining orders or attending a treatment program.
Bail is usually a significant enough amount of money and/or condition that the person will be negatively impacted and has incentive to return to court and not flee. A flight risk usually means that the person would flee the area, and not necessary that they are going to take an airplane.
If a judge in Hood River County feels that the arrested will return to court for further proceedings, the arrested could be released under a conditional release without needing to pay bail money. This is called Released on Own Recognizance, or ROR.
Conditions for ROR might be to obey all court orders and laws, maintain contact with the lawyer, report changes in residence or have no contact with the victim. Family support will show the court that there are people who will make sure that the defendant makes it to court.
If the judge or bail schedule determines that the defendant would be a danger to the public if they were released, bail can be denied, and the person will be detained in the Hood River County Jail until the case is resolved or goes to trial.
Bail can be denied if the defendant did not comply with bail conditions from a previous arrest. Bail is usually denied in cases of violent offenses.
What is the difference between Bail and Bond?
Bail and bond are used interchangeably to mean the same thing but technically, they are different. The bail is the amount to be paid and a bond is a signed document promising payment of the bail amount with certain conditions. Think of a bond as a loan to pay for the bail.
The bond payment is always written to the court in your municipality, Hood River County or district directly and does not go through the defendant. Chances of obtaining a bond from a bond company or clerk of court are better if family is involved.
The thought of being in jail can cause the arrested to panic and try to secure a bond immediately.
DO NOT panic and take the time to understand all the options.
More courts are now trying to work with defendants to make bail work and might provide non-monetary options or even reduce the bail.
Payments to a bond company are not refundable. It is a long process to get back property title or money that was given to the clerk of court or bondsperson to secure the bond. This could put your loved ones into a difficult financial situation.
Another reason not to unnecessarily rush into securing a bond is that if the court notes that you came up with the money to pay a bond company, they may assume you have resources to pay a defense attorney and decline public defense.
On the other hand, as anyone who has ever been involved in their criminal defense understands, fighting your case while ‘out on the streets’ gives you a much better chance of either winning, or getting a more favorable sentence.
What are the different types of bonds in Hood River County?
Based on a review of information from the arrest, the judge or bail officer will determine and notify the accused of which types of bonds are available to them.
(There have been phone scams where a bond company calls and informs a person that their family member has been arrested and they ask for financial information. A bondsperson will not call asking for money without involvement of the arrested.)
Does Hood River County have bail?
Yes, Hood River County does have bail, but not in the traditional sense. Bail, also called a “security release agreement”, can be either personal recognizance or cash or a cash bond.
The State of Oregon does not allow a commercial entity to make money on securing a bond so there are no bail bond companies.
What kind of bonds are accepted in Hood River County?
Pay the full bail amount in cash from the defendant, family or friends, or, Cash percentage in lieu of bonds. If the bond order permits, the defendant pays 10 % of the bond amount to the jail or court, which then holds the money until the case is over. 85% of the paid amount is returned if the defendant is acquitted or the case is dismissed with the remaining 15% to cover court costs. The defendant, family or friends can sign off on the bond.
Who can set bail in Hood River County?
Oregon uses a predetermined bail schedule, so an officer can determine bail at booking. For more serious crimes, a judge is required to set the bail at the first appearance/arraignment.
When is bail set in Oregon?
For less serious and non-violent crimes bail is set according to a bail schedule and this information will be made available during the booking process. For cases requiring a judge to set bail, a hearing will be set within 36 hrs. of arrest, not counting weekends or holidays.
Can I get the bail or bond reduced in Hood River County Oregon?
Yes, your attorney may file a request to reduce or modify bail.
In Hood River County Oregon, who can pay bail for me?
If bail is set 10% must be paid prior to your release. This can be paid by you, family, or friends. Oregon does not allow the use of bail bond agents.
Can bail be paid online in Hood River County Oregon?
Oregon counties do not currently offer online payment of bail. All payments must be made in person at the county jail where the defendant is being held. Go to the Hood River County Jail for more information about the jails in Hood River County.
What options are there to pay bail in Hood River County Oregon?
Most all jail and courts accept cash, a cashier or bankers’ check. Some accept a credit card with fees. Please contact the jail for specific information on what methods of payment are accepted: Go to the Hood River County Jail for more information about posting bail in Hood River County.
Will I get all my bond money back in Oregon?
Bail money is returned to the person who paid the bail; in whole or in part once the case is finished. There may be fees, restitution (money to pay for damage caused by the crime) or fines that come out of that amount.
Can I get bail or a bond with no money down in Hood River County?
The judge or officer who sets bail determines which kind of bail will be an option for you, but a cash bond and PR bonds usually do not require cash down, though you might have to pay court fees.
A cash bond or a personal recognizance (PR) bond are bonds where someone representing the defendant signs paperwork promising to pay the bail amount if the defendant does not show up to court. There is no money due up front.
If the defendant does not show up, the full amount of the bail will be due to the court and the people who signed the paperwork will be responsible for paying the court and the court will send the sheriff’s department to arrest you.
Cash bonds and PR bonds are types of unsecured bonds because you are not securing it with any money down. In bond terms, a surety is a person who will be responsible to make sure that you will show to court and will be responsible to pay the bond if the arrested person does not show up. A surety can be family, friend or a bondsperson. Your attorney cannot act as a surety.
What are the least expensive and affordable bail bonds in Oregon?
All bonds are processed through the courts and efforts are being made nationwide not to detain someone on lesser charges due to the inability to pay bail.