Josephine County Circuit Court - Scam Alert and Court Information
The Josephine County Circuit Court is aware of scams targeting residents of Josephine County. The scams vary. Generally, the caller identifies himself as a Deputy Sheriff calling on behalf of Sheriff Dave Daniel or as a court employee, claims you failed to appear for jury duty, failed to address a warrant, or failed to comply with a subpoena and demands immediate payment to recall the warrant. The scammer has spoofed the Circuit Court phone number, so the caller ID reads 541-476-2309.
The Josephine County Circuit Court is aware of scams targeting residents of Josephine County. The scams vary. Generally, the caller identifies himself as a Deputy Sheriff calling on behalf of Sheriff Dave Daniel or as a court employee, claims you failed to appear for jury duty, failed to address a warrant, or failed to comply with a subpoena and demands immediate payment to recall the warrant. The scammer has spoofed the Circuit Court phone number, so the caller ID reads 541-476-2309. Please be aware that if you miss jury service, the court will never ask law enforcement to collect a fine from you. Additionally, law enforcement will not call a person on the telephone regarding a warrant out for arrest. The court will also not contact individuals by telephone to collect fines and fees. All collections are done by correspondence. If you receive a telephone call asking for payment of a fine or to address a warrant, hang up and do not provide email information to the caller. You may choose to report the call to the Sheriff's Office at 541-474-5123. Circuit Court Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm Family Court Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm Main Entrance: Josephine County Courthouse, 510 NW 5th Street, Grants Pass, Oregon 97526 Family Court Entrance: 301 NW F Street, Grants Pass, OR 97526 Mailing Address: Josephine County Courthouse Department 17, 500 NW 6th Street, Grants Pass, OR 97526-1975 Telephone: 541-476-2309 ADA Accommodations and Court Administration contact: Trina Swaja, 541-476-2309 Josephine County was created by the Territorial Legislature on January 22, 1856. The Court is located on the second floor. Please be aware that you pass through security, and any guns, knives, pepper spray, or other weapons are not allowed in the building.
