Mandated Service

A person wanting to volunteer at Oregon Humane Society to fulfill court-mandated community service can do so through his/her probation officer. OHS receives referrals directly from the county office or from individuals. If you are not referred directly from the county, you will need to provide, in writing:

• Court documentation of offense
• Number of hours to be completed
• Deadline for completion
• Court contact information if possible

All court-mandated community service volunteers must be at least 18 years of age, bring photo identification and complete an OHS application (contact info below).

Court-mandated community service volunteers have no contact with shelter animals or the public. Volunteer time may be spent performing the following duties:

• Washing pet dishes
• Washing/disinfecting animal crates
• Cleaning/disinfecting animal kennels

Please be aware that the Oregon Humane Society does not accept those convicted of the following crimes (all other charges will be assessed on a case-by-case basis):

• Animal neglect/abuse
• Violent crimes
• Weapons charges
• Crimes of a sexual nature
• Certain drug charges