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Eviction record sealing

Oregon eviction sealing guide

Learn how to seal eviction records and protect your housing opportunities in Oregon.

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Eviction sealing is available in Oregon.

Waiting period

5 years for restitution judgments; immediate for dismissals, COVID-era, and stipulated agreements

Eligibility usually starts only after the statutory wait has passed.

Process type

Some records clear without a filing once the law’s triggers are met.

Filing fee

Free

Court cost depends on the state rule or local implementation.

Impact

Why eviction records matter

Even dismissed or older filings can continue showing up on tenant screening reports and shape what landlords decide.

Housing Applications

Landlords routinely check tenant screening reports for eviction history — even dismissed cases.

Screening Reports

Eviction filings can appear on tenant screening reports even if you won the case or it was dismissed.

Long-Term Impact

Records can follow you for 7+ years, affecting future housing options and neighborhood choices.

Requirements

Eligibility for sealing

These are the main threshold requirements for sealing eviction records in Oregon.

Judgments of restitution entered against tenant — eligible after 5 years (per ORS 105.163(1)(a)(A))

COVID-era restitution judgments (April 1, 2020 – March 1, 2022) — eligible immediately if money award satisfied (per ORS 105.163(1)(a)(B))

Stipulated agreements — eligible when tenant has complied with all terms and satisfied any money award (per ORS 105.163(1)(b))

Judgments in tenant's favor or dismissals — eligible immediately, no waiting period (per ORS 105.163(1)(c))

Generally Not Eligible

Cases involving drug manufacturing on the premises (see ORS 90.396)

Cases involving outlaw motorcycle gang activity (see ORS 90.396)

Step by step

The sealing process

The paperwork is usually simple. What matters is understanding the waiting period, filing path, and whether a hearing is likely.

1

Gather Your Case Information

15–30 minutes

Collect the details you'll need to complete the motion to seal your eviction record.

2

Complete the Motion to Set Aside

10–15 minutes

Fill out the 2-page FED Motion to Set Aside Residential Eviction Judgment form.

3

File with the Circuit Court

30 minutes (in person) or 1 week (by mail)

File the completed motion at the circuit court clerk's office in the county where the eviction was originally filed.

4

Mail a Copy to Your Former Landlord

15–30 minutes at the post office

Serve your former landlord by mailing them a copy of the motion plus a blank objection form.

5

Wait for the 30-Day Objection Period

Your former landlord has 30 days from the mailing date to file a written objection with the court.

6

Receive the Court Order

Once the court grants your motion, the eviction judgment is sealed and legally deemed never to have been entered.

Authority

Legal citations

These are the statutes and official sources behind this state’s sealing rules.

ORS 105.163

Petition-based sealing of eviction records by tenant

ORS 105.164

Automatic court-initiated sealing of older eviction records

SB 282 (2021)

COVID-era expansion of eviction record sealing

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Eviction records are only one part of the screening picture. Criminal records and credit report errors can also affect your options in Oregon.

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Not legal advice. This information is for educational purposes only. Eviction laws vary by jurisdiction. Consult a qualified attorney or legal aid organization for guidance specific to your situation.

Last updated: March 22, 2026