A person wanting to volunteer at the 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:

 

• Bring photo identification
• Complete an OHS application

 

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

 

• Laundry
• Washing 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
• Some drug charges

 

Contact

Call the OHS Court Mandated Community Service Coordinator at (503) 793-9246 or (503) 209-2033.