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How do I apply for Civics Education Program Funding?

Print and fill out the Civics Education Program Funding Request Application, and submit it to the Office of the Sherman County Court, 500 Court Street, Moro.

How do I track my child’s school meal account use, make school payments or apply for free or reduced meals?

Simply create an account at MealTime Online to perform all of the above.

What scholarships are available locally for education?

For Civics Education Program Funding, print and fill out the Civics Education Program Funding Request Application, and submit it to the Office of the Sherman County Court, 500 Court Street, Moro. For state scholarships, register and apply through the Oregon Office of Student Access and Completion website, OregonStudentAid.gov.

How can I help kids in the community?

Thanks for asking! Sherman County is building a Prevention team that will look into strategies to promote healthy life choices. There also are a variety of youth programs you can volunteer for; you can join the Parent Teacher Organization/Boosters, become a Scholar reader, mentor a youth, train to be a Court-Appointed Special Advocate, and become...

I think a child is being abused or neglected. What do I do?

Be cautious and refer the information for a professional to decide if there’s a safety threat — it is a confidential call and could save a life. Please call the Child Abuse Hotline at 1 (855) 541-0042. Note that Sherman County has one of the highest per-capita rates of enforcement against child abuse in Oregon.

I’m raising my grandchild; how can I keep the child safe with me in my home?

This can be a complicated situation — generally requiring Family Circuit Court involvement. Please contact the Family Court resource person, Julie Proffitt, at (541) 506-2707, for questions around private custody dealings.

My neighbor’s kid runs all over town and is way too loud; what’s the curfew?

Sherman County Ordinance #3-07-96 states that no minor 13 years old and under shall be out after 10 p.m., and no minor 14 and older shall be out from midnight to 4 a.m.. The Cities within Sherman County have discretion to enforce their own curfews, as well as noise and nuisance policies.

Do we even have juvenile crime in Sherman County?

Yes. The caseload varies, but the Department consistently handles both drug violations and crimes from serious sex offenses to theft. Resources include supervision, drug testing, community service, fines, referrals, and case management.

Can you lock my child up for (X,Y,Z...)?

Probably not. In Oregon, a youth can only be detained for certain reasons: committing a violent crime on a person, committing a felony or A-level misdemeanor, not appearing for Court, or violating formal probation/conditions of release.

My child is out of control / using drugs / making poor choices. What can I do?

The Juvenile Director at the Sherman County Juvenile Court can refer you to the appropriate service: “We have local access to youth mental health and drug and alcohol services, as well as several teams that co-manage behavior issues,” says Juvenile Director Amber DeGrange. “Please give me a call at (541) 565-3461 and I’ll go over...

Where is the Sherman County Juvenile Court?

County juvenile court provides sanctions and services to youth ages 12-17 that are referred for law violations by law enforcement agencies. This court is at the Sherman County Courthouse, 500 Court Street in Moro. Learn more at the County Juvenile Court page.

What civil actions can be filed in the Justice Court?

Small Claims of $10,000.00 or less can be filed in Justice Court, provided at least one of the parties resides in Sherman County. Claims exceeding $10,000.00 must be filed in Circuit Court. Eviction actions also can be filed in Justice Court.

Does the Justice of the Peace perform weddings?

The Sherman County Justice Court's Justice of the Peace typically performs weddings during Sherman County Courthouse business hours. There is no charge and you may contact the Justice Court office, at (541) 565-3572, to arrange a date and time. Justice court hours are Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m....

Juvenile Traffic Diversion Application

Is there a way to keep a traffic ticket off my record?

If you qualify for the Court’s Traffic Diversion Program, you may be able to keep a ticket off your record. You can apply with the Traffic Diversion Application.

How do I pay a Justice Court fine?

Payments may be made in person, through the mail, over the phone, or online. Acceptable forms of payment are cash, check, cashier’s check, money order, and credit/debit card. Select the "Make a Payment" option on any FAQ page, or select the payment icon at the bottom of the Justice Court page, to make a payment...

Am I entitled to an attorney for a traffic ticket?

Because citations filed into the Justice Court are for violations rather than traffic crimes, you are not entitled to a court-appointed attorney. However, you are entitled to seek representation at your own expense.

How do I respond if I am charged with a Justice Court violation?

If you have received a ticket for a traffic violation or some other form of violation, there are important steps that you must follow. You are innocent until proven guilty and you have the right to defend yourself or to obtain an attorney for your defense. Because these are not criminal charges, you are not...

What is NORCOR?

Northern Oregon Regional Correctional Facilities, otherwise known as “NORCOR,” is a Regional Adult Corrections and Juvenile Detention complex that serves four counties: Gilliam, Hood River, Sherman, and Wasco counties. (In separate agreements, NORCOR also serves Benton County, the U.S. Marshals and Immigrations & Customs Enforcement [ICE].) NORCOR is in nearby The Dalles, Oregon. It is...

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