Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.4.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Union County Sheriff's Office Oregon ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://ucsooregon.gov/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Father and son arrested on drug charges](https://ucsooregon.gov/father-and-son-arrested-on-drug-charges/) - This afternoon, the Union County Drug Task Force arrested Scott Everett Mann and Steven Everett Mann charging multiple drug charges. The arrest stemmed from a multi-month investigation by the Union County Drug Task Force Detective, which resulted in the subsequent search warrant served today on their RV. The transient father and son had been living - [One in custody following pursuit](https://ucsooregon.gov/one-in-custody-following-pursuit/) - Cody Trace Hamlin is in custody following a pursuit through La Grande and ending on the interstate. At 2:30 p.m. on Monday, Hamlin was arrested on a felony warrant charging first-degree kidnapping, Second-degree assault, Second-degree robbery, and Third-degree assault. He was also charged with attempt to elude on foot, attempt to elude in a vehicle - [One man is dead after UTV accident](https://ucsooregon.gov/one-man-is-dead-after-utv-accident/) - One man is dead after an accident between a UTV and a vehicle on Hunter Road and Booth Lane outside of La Grande. On Sunday at 7 p.m., dispatch was notified of an injury accident. When the Union County Sheriff Deputy arrived on scene, he learned the victim had been driving his UTV near the - [Human Skeletal Remains Found outside of La Grande](https://ucsooregon.gov/human-skeletal-remains-found-outside-of-la-grande/) - Weathered human skeletal remains were found outside of La Grande on Sunday. The Major Crimes Team was called out to investigate. The remains are unidentifiable and incomplete but are being collected by the Oregon State Crime Lab. They will work on identifying the remains or finding the gender and age of the remains. This is - [Two charged after search warrant served](https://ucsooregon.gov/two-charged-after-search-warrant-served/) - Feb. 1, 2024 Yesterday afternoon, the Union County Drug Taskforce served a search warrant at 2705 ½ Birch St in La Grande. Through the information gathered, as well as a traffic stop conducted by Oregon State Police, law enforcement was able to get approval from a Union County Circuit Court Judge to obtain a signed - [UCSO receives grant for new drone program](https://ucsooregon.gov/ucso-receives-grant-for-new-drone-program/) - The Union County Sheriff’s Office received a grant from the Wildhorse Foundation for $14,409. The grant is funding the Sheriff’s Office new drone program. A drone is a small, unmanned aircraft guided by a remote control. The drone operator is required to get a Remote Pilot Certificate from the Federal Aviation ­­­Administration. There are rules - [UCSO assists OSP in pursuit](https://ucsooregon.gov/ucso-assists-osp-in-pursuit/) - The Union County Sheriff’s Office assisted Oregon State Police Tuesday morning in apprehending 24-year-old Quintin Collett, out of Middleton, Idaho. OSP requested assistance after Collett eluded Troopers in multiple counties on the interstate. He was traveling at 100+ MPH through the construction zone in Union County where he exited the interstate and drove on private - [UCSOOregon.gov](https://ucsooregon.gov/ucsooregondotgov/) - We will soon be replacing the address of UnionCountySheriff.us with UCSOOregon.gov for the official Union County Sheriff website. Visiting a .gov website gives assurance that the site is an official government website registered in the United States. Only official government entities can register a .gov domain. This change will affect the official website only. Email addresses - [School Resource Officer presents BEST program](https://ucsooregon.gov/school-resource-officers-presents-successful-program/) - School Resource Officer Justin Hernandez presented the “Work to be the BEST Version of You” program to the Coalition of Oregon School Administrators last week. Union County Sheriff’s Deputy Hernandez completed his second successful year of the drug education curriculum. It was a collaborative effort created by the Sheriff’s Office and the La Grande School - [Community comes together to clean](https://ucsooregon.gov/community-comes-together-to-clean/) - The Union County Sheriff’s Office requested a ‘no host’ clean up day last Friday off Forest Road 3120 after individuals caused major damage to the area. “We did not realize the amount of trash and damage that had been done to the area until we arrived that day,” said Sheriff Cody Bowen. “It was the - [Altercation leads to citation](https://ucsooregon.gov/altercation-leads-to-citation/) - August 2, 2023 On July 8, 2023, at 12:48 AM, the Union County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to a fight in progress at the Elgin Station, 52 N 8th St, Elgin. According to dispatch, there was a man who was unconscious, and the other party involved had left prior to the deputies arrival.Upon arrival, deputies - [Body recovered from fatal accident](https://ucsooregon.gov/body-recovered-from-fatal-accident/) - September 1, 2023 In the early afternoon of Saturday, August 26th, 2023, a family stopped at the Rock Springs overlook on the USFS 62 Road northeast of Cove, OR, found a crashed vehicle in the bushes below the cliff. They immediately contacted the Union County 911 dispatch to report the vehicle, and based on the - [Pursuit ends in arrest](https://ucsooregon.gov/pursuit-ends-in-arrest/) - On Sunday, October 30th, 2022 at approximately 1225 hrs., a Union County Sheriff’s Office Deputy, attempted to contact Remington Pierre Miller (DOB-04/02/1987) at the Sinclair station in North Powder, OR. Mr. Miller, who had felony warrants for his arrest, fled in a vehicle and was pursued by the Union County Sheriff’s deputy, assisted by Oregon ## Pages - [Fingerprinting](https://ucsooregon.gov/fingerprinting/) - Did you know that many professions require fingerprinting as part of the hiring process? Some of these jobs include: School workers Hospital workers Nursing home workers Postal workers Insurance agents Securities brokers Student teachers Lunch buddies Foster or adoptive parents Real estate agents Private security employees Teaching certifications Community volunteers Law enforcement personnel Appointments for - [Inmate Commissary](https://ucsooregon.gov/inmate-commissary/) - Inmates can purchase envelopes, stamps, shampoo, candy and many other items through the commissary system. If an inmate asks you to put “money on his book” so he can make commissary purchases there are several ways you can do it; Go to the website www.jailatm.com. Inmates are limited to receiving $300 per week. You can MAIL in - [Inmate mail](https://ucsooregon.gov/inmate-mail/) - Inmate’s can receive mail from family and friends while they are incarcerated. To be accepted, incoming mail MUST include a return address. A minimum of first initial, last name, street address or PO Box, city, state and zip code are required. Mail that does not meet this minimum will be refused. Inmates can receive money orders and - [Licensing](https://ucsooregon.gov/licensing/) - Licensing Dog licenses are required for all dogs at six months and older, or within 30 days of residency in the County. Licenses are $15 a year for a spayed or neutered dog and $30 for a dog that is not spayed or neutered, plus a small processing fee. Before a license can be issued, - [2026 Drone Deployment](https://ucsooregon.gov/2026-drone-deployment/) - On 01/23/26, from about 1900 hours, until about 2000 hours, the drone was deployed in the area of Fruitdale Lane, and Evergreen Road, La Grande. The drone was requested when concerned parents could not locate their young child who was in the process of completing a chore. The drone's thermal imaging was used to survey - [Public records](https://ucsooregon.gov/public-records/) - We can fulfill records requests for case reports, photographs associated with a particular case and jail records. If you are requesting a call log (aka CAD screen) or audio of a 911 call into the Dispatch Center you must make that request to the La Grande Police Department If a case is still under investigation, - [Patrol](https://ucsooregon.gov/patrol/) - Deputies The primary duty of a Union County Sheriff’s Deputy is to serve and protect the citizens of Union County from those who intend to harm. This includes responding to emergencies, traffic control, patrolling neighborhoods, writing citations, serving warrants and arresting violators. Secondly, deputies are assigned, or may volunteer, to assist the community with non-law - [Concealed Handgun License](https://ucsooregon.gov/concealed-handgun-license/) - THIS PAGE IS FOR UNION COUNTY, OREGON ONLY Concealed Handgun Licenses (CHL) are available from the Sheriff and are effective for four years. New Concealed Handgun License To see the requirements for obtaining a CHL and determine if you qualify, please read the Concealed Handgun ORS. Anyone who is out of state and wishes to apply - [Unmanned Aerial Systems](https://ucsooregon.gov/unmanned-aerial-systems/) - Unmanned Aerial Systems or "drones" The Union County Sheriff’s Office has added a drone to its arsenal of resources to help keep the community safe. Drones are a newer form of technology assisting law enforcement agencies with the apprehension of suspects, and finding lost subjects in the wilderness for Search and Rescue. The use of - [Job opportunities](https://ucsooregon.gov/job-opportunities/) - The Sheriff’s Office will post all job openings on this site and also with Worksource Oregon. We will take applications at all times and keep them on file for one year or until the position you are interested in comes open. Employment opportunities To qualify for positions with the Sheriff’s Office, you must meet the - [Concealed Handgun License Online Class](https://ucsooregon.gov/concealed-handgun-license-online-class-9/) - You have successfully completed the online firearms safety class. If you'd like to continue, the next page will have a short quiz about some of the content you just learned. Certificates cost $65 (with a $2 automatic surcharge for card payment) and will be emailed to you, or you can come in to pick up - [Boat registration](https://ucsooregon.gov/boat-registration/) - Boat Registration The Sheriff’s Office is no longer doing boat registrations as of Jan. 1, 2026. For more information or to register your boat on-line you can visit the Marine Board website at https://www.oregon.gov/osmb/pages/index.aspx - [2025 Drone Deployment](https://ucsooregon.gov/2025-drone-deployment/) - 01/08/25 - 8 flights; total flight time 00:58:43. The deployment was to test drone capabilities. 01/09/25 - 4 flights; total flight time 01:01:01. The deployment was to test drone capabilities. 01/11/25 - 4 flights; total flight time 01:12:54. These flights were conducted in the areas of Riverside Road, and Grays Corner Road, La Grande. On - [Drug Taskforce Levy](https://ucsooregon.gov/drug-taskforce-levy/) - [Concealed Handgun License Online Class](https://ucsooregon.gov/concealed-handgun-license-online-class/) - Welcome, and thank you for choosing to take the Union County Sheriff's Office online Concealed Handgun License class. This class will complete the required handgun safety training needed to obtain your Oregon CHL. The UCSO is a firm believer in the Second Amendment's right to bear arms. We want responsible gun owners protecting themselves, and - [Jail roster](https://ucsooregon.gov/jail-roster/) - To call about an inmate, please call (541) 963-1020 The Union County Sheriff’s Office disclaims any responsibility for typographical errors and accuracy of the information that may be contained on the Union County Sheriff’s website. By Clicking this link you acknowledge your understanding of the above statement - [Marine Patrol](https://ucsooregon.gov/marine-patrol/) - Routine enforcement and educational patrols are conducted between March 1 and October 31 on the following bodies of water: Thief Valley Reservoir Pilcher Creek Reservoir Wolf Creek (Guy Smith) Reservoir Morgan Lake Jubilee Lake Grande Ronde Lake Grande Ronde River Educational Activities:School Water Safety Classes in all County Schools Mandatory Boater Education:Challenge Examinations for Mandatory - [CHL online class results](https://ucsooregon.gov/conealed-handgun-license-online-class/) - Thank you for taking the quiz. Below, you will find the answers to the quiz and a link to pay for your certificate. If the link does not work or you prefer to make the payment over the phone, please call 541-963-1017, ext. 382. Q: Do we shoot to…? A: Stop the threat Q: In - [Concealed Handgun License Online Class](https://ucsooregon.gov/concealed-handgun-license-online-class-2/) - At the end of this class, there will be a final quiz. The certificate will be emailed to you by the Concealed Handgun License specialist during the work week. Before you apply for your CHL: Minimum qualifications: The applicant must be a citizen of the United States or legal resident alien that can show intent - [Online CHL quiz](https://ucsooregon.gov/online-chl-quiz/) - [Sheriff's foreclosure sale](https://ucsooregon.gov/sheriffs-foreclosure-sale/) - Oregon foreclosures Union County foreclosures Things to know: We do not have any keys or access to any of the properties. Other than the physical location and legal description of the property we are given no information about the property, such as square footage of buildings and number of bedrooms/bathrooms. All sales are held at - [Meet your Animal Enforcement Officers](https://ucsooregon.gov/meet-your-animal-enforcement-officers/) - Paty Kelly Deputy Kelly was born and raised on a small ranch south of Eugene. She grew up showing pigs and horses in 4-H and has ridden the Performance Equestrian Drill Team since she was ten years old. Deputy Kelly started working at the Union County Sheriff’s Office in 2020 as an Animal Enforcement Officer - [K9 Program](https://ucsooregon.gov/k9/) - Thin blue leash By Alex Wittwer The Observer UNION COUNTY — Molly is one of the most popular dogs in Union County. Unless you happen to be a criminal suspect trying to flee from the cops. She is the sole K-9 unit at the Union County Sheriff’s Office. As a Dutch shepherd, she’s one of - [Search and Rescue](https://ucsooregon.gov/search-and-rescue/) - Union County Search and Rescue is an all-volunteer organization that supports the Sheriff’s Office. Their main mission is search and rescue operations. Their secondary mission is public education on the hazards of outdoor recreation, proper preparation and what to do when lost. SAR members also assist in local emergencies or disasters when requested. Search and - [Concealed Handgun License Online Class](https://ucsooregon.gov/concealed-handgun-license-online-class-8/) - Where you can't or shouldn't carry Federal property Places serving alcohol Places labeled or posted Courthouses A permit is not a badge A concealed carry permit is NOT a police badge – for example, you are not authorized to go clean up your neighborhood. The purpose of the concealed carry permit is for self-protection, and, - [Concealed Handgun License Online Class](https://ucsooregon.gov/concealed-handgun-license-online-class-7/) - Concealed means concealed It is imperative that the firearm you choose to carry remain concealed at all times. If your handgun is recognizable through your clothing, or is seen as you move throughout your daily activity, is it no longer concealed. If you flash open your coat to show your friends that you're carrying, technically - [Concealed Handgun License Online Class](https://ucsooregon.gov/concealed-handgun-license-online-class-6/) - Auto vs Revolver Autos: Generally holds more ammo Generally faster to reload Generally thinner Generally lower bore axis Revolvers Generally more reliable Simpler to operate Choosing the handgun The accumulated wisdom of C Calvert Ward: None of them are small enough to carry, and none of them are big enough to fight with I've never - [Concealed Handgun License Online Class](https://ucsooregon.gov/concealed-handgun-license-online-class-5/) - Deadly force Opportunity - is the person actually in a position to harm you (for example, the jihadist who has sworn to kill all infidels and is armed with an AK-47 in the Hindu Kush) If threatened, you must be able to justify your actions by explaining how you were immediately in danger. You cannot - [Concealed Handgun License Online Class](https://ucsooregon.gov/concealed-handgun-license-online-class-4/) - "Castle Doctrine" and "Stand Your Ground" Castle doctrine - presumes you are in imminent danger; prevents lawsuits; no "duty to retreat" Stand your ground - no duty to retreat from a place if it is lawful for you to be there Close encounters of the police kind What to do if contacted by the police - [Concealed Handgun License Online Class](https://ucsooregon.gov/concealed-handgun-license-online-class-3/) - Making the decision to carry Why do you want to? To protect yourself? Loved ones? Others? What are you prepared to do? Can you actually shoot someone? Are you ready to spend the money to obtain good equipment, to train, and to practice? Guns and Parachutes They’re both critical safety equipment If you need them, you - [Concealed Handgun License Online Class](https://ucsooregon.gov/chl-class/concealed-handgun-license-online-class/) - I wanna be a hero Defending third parties Lawful - can use deadly physical force to prevent the death or serious physical injury of an "innocent" third party RARELY a good idea -- How can you be sure they're "innocent"? Undercover/off duty officers, employees Yer GONNA get sued Shooting to wound Not a good idea - [CHL Quiz](https://ucsooregon.gov/chl-quiz/) - [Concealed Handgun License in-person class](https://ucsooregon.gov/chl-class/) - The UCSO offers an in-person Concealed Handgun License class that covers what a responsible gun owner needs to know about their rights to protect their property, and themselves. This class is approximately four hours in length and goes through Oregon law and real-life scenarios. This completes the requirement for a firearms class. Participants will receive - [Kennel inspection checklist](https://ucsooregon.gov/kennel-inspection-checklist/) - [Kennel Inspection Request](https://ucsooregon.gov/kennel-inspection-request/) - [Animal Enforcement](https://ucsooregon.gov/animal-enforcement/) - Meet AEO Ordinance Cats Licensing FAQs Wolves Animal Control is a division of the Sheriff’s Office. Animal Control provides services to rural Union County and the cities of Imbler, Cove, North Powder, Summerville, Union, Island City, and outside Elgin city limits. La Grande contracts 50% of the time of the Animal Control Officer and pays - [2024 Drone Deployment](https://ucsooregon.gov/2024-drone-deployment/) - 08/28/24, from about 1545 to 1630 hours, the drone was set up and deployed in the area of the Oregon State Police Office near an open field. This deployment was to set up initial vehicle internet connections, test, and familiarize the operator with the specific drone. 09/01/24, from about 2130 to 2245 hours, the drone - [Support the Union County Sheriff's Office](https://ucsooregon.gov/support-the-union-county-sheriffs-office/) - Do you want show your support? We have a number of items available to purchase that have our patches on them. Most of the items' proceeds go toward our Reserve program and K9 program. To purchase the items, you must come to the office Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. We cannot sell - [Corrections](https://ucsooregon.gov/corrections/) - Jail Roster Bail Commissary Inmate Mail Visitation The Union County Correctional Facility (UCCF) was opened in 1979 and houses a maximum of 37 inmates. Each year the facility averages 1,200 bookings with prisoners coming from the Union County Sheriff’s Office, La Grande Police Department, Oregon State Police and Union County Community Corrections. UCCF also has - [Commendations and complaints](https://ucsooregon.gov/commendations-and-complaints/) - If you would like to commend a deputy for their actions or service or if you have a concern or complaint about a deputy please fill out this commendation or complaint form and email to sheriff@union-county.org - [Union County History](https://ucsooregon.gov/union-county-history/) - Union County was officially established on October 14, 1864, after it broke away from Baker County. At the time, it included what is now Wallowa County and the northeast portion of Baker County. The Governor of Oregon appointed the first county officials — including his nephew, Isaiah Geer, as the first Sheriff. La Grande was - [Bail](https://ucsooregon.gov/bail/) - An inmates' bail can be paid by cash or card. Through this link: www.GovPayNow.com (PLC Code 7855). Or by calling: (888) 604-7888. You will first need to check the Current Inmate Roster to get the inmate’s file number. Checks are not accepted for bail without prior approval from the Sheriff or Jail Manager. Once bail has been paid it - [Civil Process Service](https://ucsooregon.gov/civil-process-service/) - Fingerprinting Boat registration Foreclosure Sales The Union County Sheriff’s Civil Office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PST and closed all government holidays. Our Civil Clerk can be reached for questions regarding the service or enforcement of civil process at 541-963-1017 or email kheath@union-county.org Our mailing address is: 1109 ‘K” Ave.La - [Frequently asked questions](https://ucsooregon.gov/frequently-asked-questions/) - Can I report dog owners not cleaning up after their dogs? Yes, if the dog is defecating in an area that is not its own property, the owner could be cited for “Public Nuisance.” What does animal abuse look like? In Oregon, an animal abuse charge means the Animal would need to show physical signs - [Wolf Depredation](https://ucsooregon.gov/wolf-depredation/) - Wolves in Union County In Union County, there are approximately 11 wolf packs. Some of those packs spend time in border counties. Wolf Depredations are handled mutually between the Union County Sheriff’s Office and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife(ODFW) and on occasion, Wildlife Services will also assist. A depredation is considered any domestic - [About the sheriff](https://ucsooregon.gov/about-us/) - "As the Sheriff of Union County, it is not about me as an individual, but rather you, the citizens, and this great county as a whole. I want to thank everyone who has supported me and I look forward to meeting and gaining the trust and support of all of you." Sheriff Cody Bowen I - [Forest Patrol](https://ucsooregon.gov/forest-patrol/) - Nestled in the picturesque Blue Mountains of Northeastern Oregon, Union County affords unparalleled recreation opportunities in the vast forests and mountains surrounding the Grande Ronde and Indian Valleys. Almost half (47%) of the county’s 2,038 square miles are in the Wallowa-Whitman and Umatilla National Forests or other public holdings. Thousands of visitors annually hike, explore, - [Privacy Policy](https://ucsooregon.gov/disclaimer/) - DISCLAIMER AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Union County websites provide general information and services about Union County and the community. Content is generated by each department without central legal overview or review. The completeness, timeliness and availability of data on the Union County website cannot therefore be guaranteed. Many pages offer links and references to other - [Out of State Residents](https://ucsooregon.gov/out-of-state-residents/) - Concealed Handgun License - [Schedule a visit](https://ucsooregon.gov/schedule-a-visit/) - We welcome visitations by prior appointment on the following days and times: Monday – No VisitationTuesday – Males 2:00-3:00, Females 3:30-4:00Wednesday No VisitationThursday – Males 2:00-3:00, Females 3:30-4:00Friday – No VisitationSaturday – Males 1:30-3:00, Females 3:30-4:00Sunday – No Visitation To schedule a visit, please call (541) 963-1020 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 - [Cats](https://ucsooregon.gov/cats/) - Currently, the Union County Ordinance does not have any ordinances that cover stray or feral cat removal. AEO will not respond to lost cats or cat complaints because of this. If you see a deceased cat, please give dispatch a call if you do not know the owner. 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