We are committed to creating safe and thriving communities for everyone. We provide corrections, civil and public safety services to the most populous county in the state of Oregon. We serve four contract cities: Fairview, Maywood Park, Troutdale and Wood Village, and unincorporated areas, such as Sauvie Island and the Columbia River Gorge, and are responsible for keeping more than 100 miles of waterways safe.
MCSO operates two corrections facilities, is a northwest hub for secure transportation and ensures safe operations at many county buildings.
Are you ready for a new career? Join our team at the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office. We are currently hiring Corrections Deputies and Deputy Sheriffs.
The Concealed Handgun Unit administers and manages all aspects of applying for and the issuance of concealed carry licenses. The Unit is responsible for investigating applicants and issuing concealed handgun licenses to those who meet the legal standards set by the ORS.
The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office operates two corrections facilities, the Multnomah County Detention Center, located inside the Justice Center in Downtown Portland, and Inverness Jail, located in Northeast Portland. The Detention Center also serves as the county’s booking and release location.
According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, the number of stolen cars increased 8% in 2021. You can never be too cautious. Here are three tips to help you from becoming a statistic. 🚗Roll up... 6 Likes
Happy spring! As a reminder, it’s time to make that appointment to have your studded tires removed. They can legally be on until March 31. https://t.co/k37QPzHCYV 29 Likes 5 Retweets
Last Saturday, our members joined hundreds of others taking the Polar Plunge. The fun and frigid event is for a great cause – @SOORstate. This organization provides 5,000+ Special Olympics Oregon athl... 29 Likes 4 Retweets
If you’re enjoying a green beer or other alcoholic beverages to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this weekend, make sure you’ve lined up your designated driver. Remember: Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving. h... 10 Likes 3 Retweets
Additional charges may be filed against woman who stabbed a TriMet bus driver in the leg Monday night. A second suspect was arrested and charged for their involvement in the assault. Press release:... 13 Likes 3 Retweets
Scammers are back at it… posing as MCSO employees! They claim a person has a warrant, missed court date, or has missed jury duty and must pay a fine immediately or be arrested. THIS IS A SCAM! https:/... 29 Likes 11 Retweets
Earlier this week, deputies recovered this firearm during a traffic stop. The serial number on the gun had been destroyed. The driver was arrested on felony warrants and charged with forgery, felon in... 27 Likes 1 Retweets
#TBT: Back in the day, we had a Reserve Motorcycle Stunt Team. These “Daredevil Cops” thrilled crowds up and down the West Coast with flames, speed, and others acts of daring. The team operated from... 14 Likes 1 Retweets
Senate Bill 111This video was created as a result of the SB111 Planning Authority. It was presented to a recent citizen outreach group in Gresham, Oregon and has been used to train local law enforcement.