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What not to wear or bring to court:

Weapons, including handguns, pocket knives, and chemical sprays are not allowed in the courthouse or court facilities. It is a Class C felony for any person to intentionally possess a weapon in a court facility (ORS 166.370).
Caps and hats - must be removed upon entering the courtroom and/or at the customer service windows on the main floor
Bare feet – shoes are required
Sunglasses
Revealing or abbreviated clothing such as shorts, tank or cropped tops
Strong perfume or cologne
Food and drink
Non-service animals

If your cell phone number is associated with your case, you will receive text message hearing notifications for all non-confidential cases where you are party on a case. By providing an active cell phone number to the court you will be able to receive:

Hearing reminders (provided 7 days and 1 day before your court hearing); and
Hearing updates (such as scheduled, rescheduled, or cancelled hearings).

If you would like to receive text message reminders for upcoming hearings scheduled with the Columbia County Circuit Court, please contact the court at 503-397-2327.

View additional information about text messaging for hearings, including frequently asked questions.

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