Welcome to the Washington County Sheriff's Office
Meet the DA
Kevin Barton is the District Attorney for Washington County. He was elected to office in 2018 and re-elected in 2022. Prior to becoming District Attorney, Mr. Barton served as a career prosecutor in the Washington County DA’s Office.
News & Updates
1992 Cold Case Murder Linked to Notorious Serial Killer
The Washington County District Attorney’s Office’s Cold Case Unit, in partnership with the Hillsboro Police Department, has linked infamous serial killer Cesar Barone to the previously unsolved 1992 murder of Hillsboro resident Elizabeth Wasson.
Joint Statement from Washington County District Attorney Kevin Barton and Multnomah County District Attorney Nathan Vasquez Related to the Oregon Supreme Court Ruling
District Attorney Kevin Barton calls on state leaders to address public defender crisis.
Former High School Teacher Enters Guilty Plea in Sex Abuse Case Involving Students
On January 14, 2026, Wymon Wayne Smith, age 67, pleaded guilty to sex abuse in the first degree and sex abuse in the second degree. Judge Kathleen Proctor sentenced the defendant to 75 months in prison.
Coming to Court?
Often, coming to court can be an uncomfortable and unfamiliar experience. Find out what to expect before you arrive.
Court Calendar
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Contact Us
Emergency dispatch:
9-1-1
9-1-1
Main line:
503-846-8671
503-846-8671
Arrest Release Officers:
503-846-6362
503-846-6362
Criminal Subpoenas Message Line - Call after 5pm:
503-846-3520
503-846-3520
Juvenile Subpoenas Message Line - Call after 5pm:
503-846-4711
503-846-4711
Juvenile Division:
503-846-8861
503-846-8861
Victim Assistance:
503-846-8314
503-846-8314